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Indian Roller
Coracias benghalensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
36.0 cm
Weight
161.66666666666666 g
Family
Coraciidae
Order
Coraciiformes
The Indian Roller (Coracias benghalensis) is a bird species in the family Coraciidae (rollers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 36 cm and a weight of 161.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 36.0 cm | 14.2 in |
| Weight | 161.66666666666666 g | 5.70 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 17-19 days. Fledging: 30-35 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Coraciidae (Rollers) |
| Genus | Coracias |
| Species | Coracias benghalensis |
Distribution
Indian Roller has been recorded in 6 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Indian Roller endangered?
The Indian Roller has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Indian Roller nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 17-19 days. Fledging: 30-35 days.
How big is the Indian Roller?
The Indian Roller has a wingspan of 36.0 cm, weight of 161.66666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Indian Roller belong to?
The Indian Roller (Coracias benghalensis) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Coraciidae.
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Blue-throated Roller
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European Roller
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Least Concern
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