About the Abyssinian Roller
The Abyssinian Roller (Coracias abyssinicus) is a species of bird in the Rollers family (Coraciidae), within the order Coraciiformes. This family contains 13 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code abyrol2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Rollers (Coraciidae) |
| Species | Coracias abyssinicus |
| Species Codes | abyrol2, ABRO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Abyssinian Roller belong to?
The Abyssinian Roller (Coracias abyssinicus) belongs to the Rollers family (Coraciidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Abyssinian Roller?
The Abyssinian Roller is a member of the Rollers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Abyssinian Roller sighting?
You can log sightings of Abyssinian Roller on eBird (ebird.org) using species code abyrol2, or on iNaturalist.