How long does a Alexandrine parrot live for?
25 – 30 years
The life expectancy of an Alexandrine Parrot is 25 – 30 years of age.
How much is a Alexandrine parrot worth?
Alexandrine parakeets can cost from $500 to $1,500.
How old is my Alexandrine parrot?
Consequently, it may be difficult to identify the sex Alexandrine Parakeets by sight with absolute certainty until they are a full 36 months of age. The young males can be identified as soon as they display one (or more) pitch-black feathers of their neck rings and/or one (or more) pink feathers of their nape bands.
Do Alexandrine parrots poop a lot?
Eating flingers and messy droppings: (7) Although they are not really food flingers they make a bit of mess with their water and feeding dishes, like most Indonesian parrots they are big soakers! Their droppings are quite normal though, no special messiness there.
What do Alexandrine parrots eat?
As stated before – Alexandrine Parakeets are omnivores, and when in nature – they like to hunt for worms and insects when they crave more protein. They can eat almost any kind of meat as long as it’s cooked properly (and, to repeat – unseasoned). Avoid canned fish if it’s soaked in oil.
What food can Alexandrine parrots eat?
General guidelines for ringnecks and alexandrine parrots can be found below: 40-70% premium commercial parrot pelleted diet • 10-35% vegetables (recommended vegetables include: capsicum, broccoli, chili, corn, carrot, zucchini, squash, spinach, pumpkin, sweet potato, beans and peas) and sprouted seed.
Are Alexandrine parrots banned in India?
We have listed a few of the pets banned in India. Keeping birds in captivity is cruel – but a lot of us believe a bird is a hassle-free pet to have. Birds like Rose Ringed Parakeet, Alexandrine Parakeet, Red Munia and Jungle Maina are protected under the Wildlife Protection Act.
What is the price of Alexandrine parrot in India?
Alexandrine parakeets breed from December to March. “Those who catch these chicks get only a pittance. When it reaches the pet shop, each pair is sold for Rs 3,500,” an official said.
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