The Indian Roller

The Indian Roller Bird

This poor bird is captured, killed and wings clipped for darshan. Human beings are the most dangerous animals on the planet. The Indian Roller (नीलकंठ), a beautiful bird with striking blue and brown plumage, holds deep cultural and religious significance in India. Around Dussehra (Vijayadashami), it is especially surrounded by myths, beliefs, and superstitions. Symbol of Lord Vishnu…