About the Indian Roller
The Indian Roller (Coracias benghalensis) 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 indrol2 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 benghalensis |
| Species Codes | indrol2, INRO |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Indian Roller belong to?
The Indian Roller (Coracias benghalensis) belongs to the Rollers family (Coraciidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Indian Roller?
The Indian Roller is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Indian Roller?
The Indian 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 Indian Roller sighting?
You can log sightings of Indian Roller on eBird (ebird.org) using species code indrol2, or on iNaturalist.
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