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Alexandrine Parakeet  (Psittacula eupatria)

Also Known As: Alexandrine Ring-necked Parakeet, Greater Rose-ringed Parakeet, Great-billed Parakeet, Large Parakeet, Large Indian Parakeet (P.e. nipalensis), Large Ceylonese Parakeet (P.e. eupatria), Large Burmese Parakeet (P.e. avensis), Large Andaman Parakeet (P.e. magnirostris), Thai Rose-ringed Parakeet (P.e. siamensis)
 
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Wild Alexandrian Parakeet perched on branch

Credit: (c) Ron Hoff
 
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Can be loud; but also can mimic; are playful and energetic.

Captive Status:
Well established in Australia, less so elsewhere.

Longevity:
25-30 yrs

Housing:
Metal and/or welded mesh construction - wood easily destroyed with powerful beak; walk-in aviary, minimum length 4.5m (14.76 ft).

Enrichment:
Swings, bird-safe chewable wood and pine cones, ladders, vegetable tanned leather toys, foot toys, climbing ropes, bathing, push and pull toys.

Nest Box Size:
Vertical box, 12" x 12" x 18" (30.5cm x 30.5cm x 46cm)

Clutch Size:
2 to 4

Incubation Time:
About 24 days.

Fledging Age:
About 7 weeks.

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E188.htm&Pic=188_1.JPG