The Indian Roller is a pretty bird belonging to the roller family of birds. Known by the name of ‘Blue Jay’ in former times, the brilliance of the color and beauty of the Indian Roller is captivating in every way.
Its English name has been inspired by the startling aerobatic display the bird performs in the breeding season. The Indian Roller is found in many regions of the world. The Indian Roller does not come under the list of migratory birds. Several states in India including Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar and Orissa have chosen it as their state symbol.
One can identify the Indian Roller as a stocky bird that is fairly medium sized with an overall drab brown appearance whilst perched. The bird is approximately 26-27 cm long. It is important to remember that both male and female Indian Rollers look alike.