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    Alexandrine Parakeet
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    Alexandrine Parakeet

    Psittacula eupatria

    Tropical Birds
    Vulnerable
    Best park
    Dudhwa National Park

    Where to see Alexandrine Parakeet

    The parks with the most verified sightings, out of 101 safari areas where it has been recorded.

    1. 1
      Dudhwa National Park

      North Indian Plains & Deserts, India · Rare

      Lodges
    2. 2
      Khirganga National Park

      The Himalayan Heights, India · Rare

      Lodges
    3. 3
      Reservation

      Northwestern & West Central Lowlands, Sri Lanka · Rare

      Lodges
    4. 4
      Bazzar Area

      Eastern Nepal Terai & Border Hills, Nepal · Rare

      Lodges
    5. 5
      Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

      Eastern Nepal Terai & Border Hills, Nepal · Rare

      Lodges

    Common: 500+ verified sightings. Occasional: 50 to 499. Rare: under 50.

    Conservation status

    VU: VulnerableDecreasing population

    Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The Alexandrine parakeet faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and the illegal pet trade, which significantly impacts wild populations. While specific large-scale recovery programs are limited, conservation efforts often focus on habitat protection and reducing illegal trapping. Responsible safari tourism helps by raising awareness, supporting local economies that incentivize conservation, and providing a non-extractive way to appreciate these birds in their natural environment.

    Conservation hub

    About the alexandrine parakeet

    The Alexandrine parakeet, also known as the Alexandrine parrot, is a medium-sized parrot in the genus Psittacula of the family Psittaculidae, native to South Asia and Southeast Asia. It is named after Alexander the Great, who transported numerous birds from Punjab to various European and Mediterranean countries and regions, where they were prized by the royalty, nobility and warlords.

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