Slaty-headed Parakeet
NameSlaty-headed Parakeet
Common NameSlaty-headed Parakeet
Scientific NamePsittacula himalayana
FamilyPsittaculidae
Wingspan (cm)47.5
Length (cm)40
Weight (g)115
Plumage DetailsMales have a slaty-grey head, a black collar extending to the lower cheek, and a vibrant green body. The upper mandible of the bill is red with a yellow tip, while the lower mandible is yellow. The long tail is green, often tipped with yellow.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include loud, harsh screeches and chattering calls, typical of many parakeet species.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Himalayan foothills from northern Pakistan through India, Nepal, Bhutan, and into Southeast Asia, including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and southern China.
Identifying FeaturesSlaty-grey head, Black collar, Bicolored bill (red upper, yellow lower), Green body plumage, Long tail
Description
The Slaty-headed Parakeet is a medium-sized, primarily green parrot with a distinctive slaty-grey head and a long tail. It is known for its social behavior, often seen in flocks foraging in forests and cultivated areas.
