Red-breasted Parakeet
NameRed-breasted Parakeet
Common NameRed-breasted Parakeet
Scientific NamePsittacula alexandri
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)35.5
Weight (g)145
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is primarily green, with a distinctive greyish-blue head and a broad black chin stripe extending to the lower cheeks. A prominent pinkish-red band covers the breast and upper belly. The wings feature a yellow patch on the coverts, and the long tail is green, tipped with blue. The beak is reddish-orange.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include loud, harsh screeches and squawks, often repeated, especially when in flight or communicating within a flock. They can also produce softer chirps and whistles.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to a wide range across Southeast Asia, from parts of India and Bangladesh through Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia (Java, Bali, Borneo), as well as the Andaman Islands. Introduced populations can be found in other regions.
Identifying FeaturesPinkish-red breast, Greyish-blue head, Black chin stripe, Green body with yellow wing patch, Reddish-orange beak, Long blue-tipped tail
Description
The Red-breasted Parakeet is a vibrant, medium-sized parrot native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its striking pinkish-red breast, greyish-blue head, and a predominantly green body. These social birds are often found in flocks, feeding on a variety of plant matter in forested and cultivated areas.
