Blue-bellied Roller   

Range: West Africa
Size: ♂: 34-36 cm( 13-14 in)
♀: 34-36 cm (13-14 in) 
Weight ♂: 110-178g (3.9-6.2oz) 
            ♀: 110-178g (3.9-6.2oz)
Wing: 34 cm (13 in)
Habitat: Moist savannas 
Incubation: 18-20 days
Eggs: 2-3
Fledge: 4 weeks
Sexual maturity: 24 month 
Nest: tree cavity
Social: pairs or small groups
 Breeding: cooperative breeder
 Movement : Sedentary
Food: flying insects
IUCN: Least Concern 
Subspecies : monotypic 
Longevity: captive: 25 yrs

Wild:

 

Like other members of the family the Blue-bellied Roller gets its name from its acrobatic mating ritual. Both the male and female engage in an aerial display, tumbling and rolling in the air.the male also vocalizes during the display. After breeding both parents incubate the eggs and care for the chicks.

This species is widespread and the population is stable. It is listed as Least concern by the IUCN and is not protected. Due to its colorful appearance it is a popular exhibit species in zoos. However, in free-flight exhibits it can be quite aggressive towards other species and visitors, especially during breeding seasons.

 

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