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I hope you all are fine. I am also fine here. Today's post is on Feathered Friends contest Round 244. The bird seen in today's post and in the photographs above is the Indian Roller. This bird is one of the most attractive and colorful birds found in India. The Indian Roller bird is known for its attractive blue and brown feathers as seen in the photograph above. The Indian Roller is often seen sitting peacefully on trees, electric wires or open branches. This bird scans the ground for insects and small prey. The Indian Roller is widely distributed in India. I hope that my post and photographs of the Indian Roller Bird will be eligible for the Show Me A Photo Contest Round 244 which is being run by 
The Indian Roller seen in the photograph above is seen resting on a dry branch of a tree in the forest of Bandhavgarh National Park. The bird's feathers are a delightful mix of sky blue, turquoise and brown. The head and neck of this bird are light blue in color. While fine lines of brown and white can be seen on its chest. The wings of this bird are its most amazing and beautiful part. When spread during flight, they appear in bright colors of blue and purple. As can be seen in the photograph above, the roller's eyes look sharp and focused. Which reflects its alertness and intelligence. The strong curved beak of this bird helps it to catch insects, small reptiles and even frogs.
The Indian roller is a commonly seen bird in the rural parts of India. This bird is often seen driving a tractor in the fields and catching insects bouncing on the ground. But the Indian roller captured here can be seen freely enjoying itself in its natural wild environment. A glimpse of its wild and untamed beauty is found in the photograph above. Here, the male Indian roller seen in the photograph above dives and thunders in the sky to attract a mate during the breeding season. This rapid and graceful movement is the reason behind its name "Roller". This bird is considered sacred in Hindu mythology and is associated with Lord Vishnu. The presence of the Indian Roller in the forests of Bandhavgarh reminds us how deeply nature and culture are intertwined in India.
Bandhavgarh National Park, where these photographs were taken, is one of the most famous wildlife reserves in India. It is located in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh. The sanctuary is located in the heart of the Vindhya mountain range. The sanctuary is known for its dense forests, open grasslands, rocky hills and ancient caves. Another major feature of Bandhavgarh is the high density of Royal Bengal Tigers found here, which is famous worldwide.
I believe that the photographs of the Indian Roller taken in the Bandhavgarh National Park capture the pure essence of Indian wildlife. This bird, with its brilliant colours and graceful presence, reflects the vibrant life that thrives in these forests. This sanctuary, with its rich history and stunning natural beauty, is a reminder of the importance of preserving our wildlife heritage. Protecting such places and wildlife is not only our duty but also a way to preserve the soul of the natural world for future generations.
I hope that my post will accept the Show Me A Photo Contest Round 244.
I sincerely thank you for visiting and reading my post.