Pirang - Abyssinian roller (The Gambia)

In Gambia, four species of rollers can be found. Rollers are colorful birds that perch and scan their surroundings before swooping down on small prey such as grasshoppers, beetles, frogs, and lizards. Watching them in action is a true delight—their agility and vivid colors make every sighting special. I also enjoy the challenge of quietly approaching them to capture them.

The Abyssinian roller has a variation of blue tones and an extra long tail.

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