Blue-bellied Roller
Blue-bellied Roller
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The Blue-bellied Roller is a large and robust roller, characterized by its deep blue belly, brown back, and bright blue wing patches. It is a striking inhabitant of West African savannas and woodlands.
Where to spot
Found in West and Central Africa, from Senegal to Uganda. It prefers open woodlands, savannas, forest clearings, and cultivated areas with scattered trees.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive blue belly and contrasting brown back. It often perches on high branches or power lines, scanning for large insects and small vertebrates. Listen for its harsh, croaking calls.
When to spot
Easily observed during daylight hours, often perched conspicuously. It is a resident species, observable year-round.
Where to spot
Found in West and Central Africa, from Senegal to Uganda. It prefers open woodlands, savannas, forest clearings, and cultivated areas with scattered trees.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive blue belly and contrasting brown back. It often perches on high branches or power lines, scanning for large insects and small vertebrates. Listen for its harsh, croaking calls.
When to spot
Easily observed during daylight hours, often perched conspicuously. It is a resident species, observable year-round.
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This roller is known for its bold and aggressive behavior, often chasing away much larger birds or potential predators from its nesting or foraging territories.
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