🌿Native Nature

Purple Roller

Coracias naevius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Coraciiformes ›Family: Coraciidae ›Genus: Coracias

About

The purple roller (Coracias naevius), or rufous-crowned roller, is widespread in sub-Saharan Africa. Compared with other rollers its colours are rather dull and its voice rather harsh and grating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Purple Roller?
The scientific name of Purple Roller is Coracias naevius.
What is the conservation status of Purple Roller?
The Purple Roller has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Purple Roller belong to?
Purple Roller belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Purple Roller belong to?
Purple Roller belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Purple Roller belong to?
Purple Roller belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Purple Roller belong to?
Purple Roller belongs to the order Coraciiformes.
What family does Purple Roller belong to?
Purple Roller belongs to the family Coraciidae.
What genus does Purple Roller belong to?
Purple Roller belongs to the genus Coracias.