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Intermediate Parakeet (Psittacula intermedia)
Also Known As: Plum-headed x Slaty-headed Parakeet Hybrid
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Did You Know?
There has historically been much debate on the origin of this species - Forshaw (2006) notes it as a hybrid between the Slaty-headed (P. himalayana) and Plum-headed (P. cyanocephala) Parakeets, whereas Rana et al. makes mention the differences between the hybrid and P. intermedia individuals.
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Status in the Wild
World Population:Not recorded
Range: Thought to be Himalayan area of N India.
Habitat:
Found from 650-3800m (2132-12,464 ft) in dry bushland and secondary growth forest.
Threat Summary:
Not known
IUCN Rating:
Not available
Wild Diet:
Feeds on seeds, nuts, fruits, berries, flowers and leaf buds. Also takes some cultivated fruits.
CITES Rating:
Appendix II
Ecology:
Usually seen in small groups of 4-6 birds outside the breeding season. Seasonal movements are noted between latitudes; in winter birds leave for southern areas. Will associate with other Psittacula sp. other than Slaty-headed and Plum-headed Parakeets.
Clutch and Egg Size:
Probably 4-5 eggs.
Breeding Season:
Not available
More Info Sites:
http://home.wanadoo.nl/psittaculaworld/Species/P-intermedia.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intermediate_Parakeet
http://www.avianweb.com/ringneckparrots.htm
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