Psittacula krameri
Least Concern
Known for their vibrant green plumage and the distinctive rose-coloured ring around the males' necks, Rose-ringed Parakeets are a common sight in both their native habitats of Africa and South Asia, and in many introduced regions worldwide. These social and lively birds, often found in flocks, add a splash of colour and a symphony of squawking to both urban and woodland areas.
Green
Green
Green
Pink, Blue, Yellow
Blue, Yellow
Blue, Yellow
Green
Green
Green
Hooked
Red
Red
Red
Grey
Grey
Grey
Black and pink ring around the neck
No ring around the neck
No ring around the neck
Long and pointed, mainly green
Long and pointed, mainly green
Shorter and less pointed
37cm to 43cm
Length
42cm to 48cm
Wingspan
95g to 143g
Weight
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Close up of a Ring-necked Parakeet
A male Ring-necked Parakeet on branch
Ring-necked Parakeet on bird feeder
Pair of Rose-ringed Parakeets
The nest cavity of a Rose-ringed Parakeet
Ring-necked Parakeet perched on a branch
Loud three-part 'kak-kak-kak'
High pitched screeching and squawking
Rapid 'kak-kak-kak' when alarmed
Active throughout the day, roosts in large communal flocks at night
Very social, often seen in large flocks
Territorial during breeding season, will defend nests aggressively
Non-migratory
Generally peaceful towards other bird species, but may be aggressive towards other parakeets
Seeds, Fruits, Nuts, Flowers
Forages in trees and on the ground
Throughout the day
Using its beak and feet
Diet varies with seasonal availability of food
Requires a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, and seeds
Holes in trees or buildings
A simple cavity, no additional materials used
January to July in UK, December to May in West Africa, varies in other locations
Whitish and round
3cm x 2.5cm
3-7 eggs, mainly 3-4
22 days
7 weeks
Both parents care for the young
Native to Africa and South Asia, introduced to many other parts of the world
Woodlands, savannas, and urban areas
Up to 2000m
Non-migratory
Urban, Forest
Temperate, Tropical
Please note, this range and distribution map is a high-level overview, and doesn't break down into specific regions and areas of the countries.
Resident or Present
Non-breeding
15
34
20 year(s)
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Monogamous, pairs for life
Males develop a black and pink ring around the neck at around 3 years old
Least Concern (IUCN Red List)
Habitat loss, hunting, pet trade
Protected in some areas, but no major conservation efforts
Population increasing, especially in introduced areas
Other names:
Ring-necked Parakeet, Kramer parrot
Family:
PsittaculidaePopulation size:
85000 in Europe, Unknown elsewhere
Population trend:
Increasing
Conservation status:
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
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