Rock Parrot vs Alexandrine Parakeet

Neophema petrophila compared with Palaeornis eupatria

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Rock Parrot Alexandrine Parakeet
Scientific Name Neophema petrophila Palaeornis eupatria
Order Psittaciformes Psittaciformes
Family Psittaculidae Psittaculidae
Conservation Status Least Concern Near Threatened
Length — —
Wingspan 22.2 cm (8.7 in) 42.0 cm (16.5 in)
Weight 50.5 g (1.78 oz) 228.0 g (8.04 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 4-5 3-4
Population Trend — —

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Rock Parrot only

None

Alexandrine Parakeet only

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Rock Parrot

Near Threatened

Alexandrine Parakeet

About These Birds

Alexandrine Parakeet

The Alexandrine Parakeet is a large, near-threatened parakeet weighing about 228 g with a wingspan of 42 cm. Native to South and Southeast Asia, it is recognised by its large red bill, green plumage, and distinctive red shoulder patch, and is one of the largest ring-necked parakeet relatives.

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