European Roller

Coracias garrulus

Least Concern

The European Roller is a colorful roller of Europe and western Asia, with seasonal movement to sub-Saharan Africa. It watches from an exposed branch, wire, or snag before dropping to catch large insects, small reptiles, or other prey, and its broad wings often flash bright colors in a swift, direct flight.

Family

Coraciidae

Group

Rollers and Allies

Range

European Roller Range — Resident or seasonal range in Europe and western Asia, with seasonal movement to sub-Saharan Africa

Population

≈ 277K–660K

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