Royal Roller – Indian Roller

Royal Roller – Indian Roller

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In this time I know it is not easy to decide on travel hence I am trying my best to publish something different every time. With this thought, bringing the details of one of the most beautiful and colorful birds “Indian Roller” 

The Neelkanth 

The bird is known for its combination of beauty and habits, both compliments each other so well that it has reached the level to become the State bird of not only one but three states. 

The Indian roller is significantly known for its aerobatic display that has earned the bird its former English name. Whilst in a perched position, the Indian roller performs displays like wing drooping, bowing, and tail fanning which is performed as an act of courtship. Another quality of twist and turn is its version of bathing that involves direct dives into the water, usually from a high altitude or height, this was assumed that this act is for fishing

The roller is special to me because this is amongst my first few clicks, I still remember the first forest visit Nagzira where this “Man in Blue” attracted me with colors and activity. First love will always remain in the heart which the case with Roller. Let’s explore this beauty more in the next section

The Fantastic facts 

Indian Roller is also known as Neelkanth or Blue Jay

Indian Roller flaunts the brilliant combination of colors on its feathers. This beautiful bird has a mesmerizing sky blue-colored tail with a hint of Prussian blue color. The feathers towards the center have a dull green tint. Its throat and neck are purplish lilacs in color with a dash of white streaks

Indian Roller is State bird of three States, Karnataka, Telangana, and Odisha

It is quite rare for the Indian Roller to fly in a groups 

Frogs top the favorites’ list when it comes to the Indian Roller’s diet. Besides frogs, the bird also feeds upon all kinds of insects including crickets, grasshoppers, moths, butterflies, and wasps

The male Indian Roller is known for its unique and startling sexual display, which it performs during the breeding season. During the course of the display, the Indian Roller bird flies high up in the sky and descends downwards in a circular motion, flapping its wings rapidly. It also produces harsh chack sounds during the act

The Indian roller is considered as a sacred bird in Hindu mythology and is associated with the deity Lord Shiva

So many qualities are there with this lovely creature, facts are endless, hope you enjoyed every bit of it, please shower your blessing and keep motivating me to deliver unique stuff, and at the end, do not forget to share feedback on btwildart@gmail.com

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