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Showing posts with label INDIAN RINGNECK PARAKEET (Psittacula krameri ssp. manillensis). Show all posts
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Thursday, 24 May 2018

1-4-2018 EDEN PLETTENBERG BAY, SOUTH AFRICA - INDIAN RINGNECK PARAKEET (Psittacula krameri ssp. manillensis)


Psittacula krameri ssp. manillensis refers to the Indian subspecies of the Rose-ringed Parakeet (Psittacula krameri). This subspecies is also known as the Indian Ringneck Parakeet. They are native to India and Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon). 


Key characteristics:
Species: Psittacula krameri.
Subspecies: ssp. manillensis.
Common name: Indian Ringneck Parakeet.
Native range: India and Sri Lanka (Ceylon).
Other names: Rose-ringed Parakeet.
General Description: A medium-sized parrot with a long, pointed tail and a distinctive ring around the neck in mature males. 


Additional information:
The Rose-ringed Parakeet is known for its adaptability and has established feral populations in many parts of the world. 
They are popular as cage birds. 
Mature males develop a black or reddish-black ring around the neck. 
They are gregarious birds, meaning they live in flocks. 
In captivity, they can live for 20 years or more.