The family Coraciidae, commonly known as the roller family, includes colorful birds found primarily in Africa, Europe, and Asia. These birds are known for their vibrant plumage, which often features shades of blue, green, and brown. Rollers are medium-sized, with long wings and tails, and they are recognized for their distinctive, acrobatic flight patterns. Rollers primarily inhabit open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands, where they hunt for insects and small vertebrates. They are named for their unique courtship display, which involves rolling and tumbling in the air. The family includes several species, such as the European Roller and the Indian Roller.