Coracias garrulus

Coracias garrulus

Fossil material of the European roller Coracias garrulus from Spain documents the Quaternary presence of this insectivorous coraciid bird in the Iberian Peninsula. A colourful crow-sized bird with brilliant blue and chestnut plumage, the European roller is now a breeding summer visitor to Iberia but its fossil record helps reconstruct Pleistocene distributions and habitat preferences.

Diet & Feeding

Insectivore

Coracias garrulus primarily fed on insects and other small invertebrates. Insectivorous dinosaurs were typically small-bodied and agile, with adaptations suited for catching small prey.

Discovery & Naming

Keşif Yeri Spain

Quick Facts

Diyet Insectivore

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What did Coracias garrulus eat?
Coracias garrulus was a insectivore.
Where were Coracias garrulus fossils found?
Fossils of Coracias garrulus were found in Spain.

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