A bird widespread through the savannas of Eastern and Southern Africa, the Lilac-breasted Roller is a favourite with safari-goers.


A bird widespread through the savannas of Eastern and Southern Africa, the Lilac-breasted Roller is a favourite with safari-goers. The vivid colours endear them to all.


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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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