Alexandrine Parakeet

Weight: 250 - 260 grams

Average size: 58 centimeters

Care

Lifespan: 25 - 30 years

Diet: As with most parrots, an all seed diet does not provide enough nutrition and leads to serious and debilitating health problems. A healthy daily diet for Alexandrine parakeets consists of a formulated pellet, fresh vegetables and fruits, and a limited amount of seed or whole nuts. They may also be fed cooked food from time to time like whole grain rice, beans, and chicken.

Housing: A good minimum sized primary cage for a single Alexandrine Parakeet would be 36”w x 24”d x 36”h with no more than ¾” bar spacing. The cage should be outfitted with several different perches and toys. They should also have a play gym with several more toys so they can spend time away from their cage regularly. This not only provides added stimulation it will reduce cage aggression. Cleaning the food and water bowls, cage, and play areas every day are an essential part of basic care that helps to keep your bird healthy. Using newspaper on the bottom of the cage and play areas makes daily clean up quick and easy to do.

Natural history

Alexandrine Parakeets can be found from Saudi Arabia up to Iran, East through India, Southern China and down into Northern Thailand. They tend to live in wooded or forested areas and have been recorded at elevations of 2,000 to 5,000 feet. They have also adapted to living in urban areas. Their natural diet includes a variety of seeds, flowers, nectar, grains, fruits, and leaves.

Behavior/ Temperament

In nature, these birds forage in small groups during the day. Night time roosts can consist of hundreds of flock members. As a pet they enjoy partaking in the activities of their “flock,” whether it’s their human flock or other birds in the home. They are full of energy and need regular stimulation and exercise. They are capable of producing loud sounds which may turn into screeches, their natural wild calls.