Alexandrine Parakeet

Alexandrine Parakeet

Palaeornis eupatria

Near Threatened
Envergure
42,0 cm
Poids
228,0 g
Famille
Psittaculidae
Ordre
Psittaciformes

À propos

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.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 42,0 cm 16.5 in
Poids 228,0 g 8.04 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 19-21 days.

Taille de la couvée

3-4

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Psittaciformes (Parrots)
Famille Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets)
Genus Palaeornis
Espèces Palaeornis eupatria

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Foire aux questions

Is the Alexandrine Parakeet endangered?
The Alexandrine Parakeet has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Alexandrine Parakeet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 19-21 days.
How big is the Alexandrine Parakeet?
The Alexandrine Parakeet has a wingspan of 42.0 cm, weight of 228.0 g.
What order and family does the Alexandrine Parakeet belong to?
The Alexandrine Parakeet (Palaeornis eupatria) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.

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