Red-breasted Parakeet Latest News
In a rare sighting, two pairs of red-breasted parakeets were recently spotted on the NIT-Patna campus by a group of environmentalists.
About Red-breasted Parakeet
- The red-breasted parakeet, or moustached parakeet, is a colorful bird found across many parts of Asia.
- Scientific Name: Psittacula alexandri
- It’s known for its bright feathers and a unique “moustache” marking.
- These parakeets are quite common and have several different looks depending on where they live.
- Distribution: Their home stretches from parts of India and Nepal, through Southeast Asia, including countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.
- Habitat: They prefer living in forests, woodlands, and even in areas near farms or towns.
- Features:
- It is a medium-sized parrot.
- It can grow to about 33 to 38 centimeters long, including its long tail.
- The male has overall green plumage with a distinct pink breast and belly, a grey head, a blue upper tail, a green tail tip, and a red upper bill.
- The female is similar to the male but has duller pink underparts and a black upper bill.
- These birds are very social and often live in small groups or larger flocks.
- They are quite noisy, especially when flying or feeding.
- Their calls are usually loud squawks and screeches.
- Conservation Status:
- IUCN Red List: Near Threatened
Source: TOI
Last updated on November, 2025
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