The Alexandrine Parakeet is a large, majestic parrot species native to the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. It is known for its bright green plumage, red shoulder patches, and a prominent red bill.
Where to spot
Inhabits open woodlands, cultivated areas, and urban parks across India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and parts of Southeast Asia. Feral populations exist elsewhere.
How to spot
Look for its large size, green plumage, red shoulder patch, and a distinctive red bill. Males have a black and pink neck ring. Listen for their very loud, deep, and often guttural calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often seen in noisy flocks flying to and from communal roosts at dawn and dusk. Observable year-round.
Where to spot
Inhabits open woodlands, cultivated areas, and urban parks across India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and parts of Southeast Asia. Feral populations exist elsewhere.
How to spot
Look for its large size, green plumage, red shoulder patch, and a distinctive red bill. Males have a black and pink neck ring. Listen for their very loud, deep, and often guttural calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often seen in noisy flocks flying to and from communal roosts at dawn and dusk. Observable year-round.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Named after Alexander the Great, who is believed to have introduced these birds from India to Europe, where they were highly prized for their beauty and ability to mimic human speech.
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