Azure Dollarbird vs Blue-throated Roller
Eurystomus azureus compared with Eurystomus gularis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Azure Dollarbird | Blue-throated Roller |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eurystomus azureus | Eurystomus gularis |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Coraciidae | Coraciidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 38.0 cm (15.0 in) | 29.7 cm (11.7 in) |
| Weight | 122.8 g (4.33 oz) | 97.91666666666667 g (3.45 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Azure Dollarbird
Least Concern
Blue-throated Roller
About These Birds
Azure Dollarbird
The Azure Dollarbird is a Near Threatened roller found in the North Maluku Islands of Indonesia, weighing about 122.8g with a wingspan of 38cm. It inhabits forest edges and open woodland, and like other dollarbirds catches insects on the wing with powerful aerial pursuits. Its striking azure-blue plumage makes it one of the most colorful rollers in its range.