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Ring-necked Parakeet

(Psittacula krameri)
Alternative name: "Rose-ringed Parakeet"
Size: 42 cm

Sightings

Ring-necked Parakeets are a common sight on the campus of Sultan Qaboos University near Muscat, where they are spotted on a daily basis. Seen by us in the timeframe August-October 2009.

Not the Ringneck you were looking for? Try the Australian Ringneck (Barnardius zonarius).

Photos

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Near-frontal view of a male Ring-necked Parakeet in a palmtree

Here a male Ring-necked Parakeet seen from behind, as it takes a good look at the curious photographer

Frontal view of a female Ring-necked Parakeet; note the extreme length of the tail, which may be required to counterbalance the equally impressive bill

"Rear view" of a pair of Ring-necked Parakeets, with the male above and the female below

On the campus of SQU these birds find plenty of food

There is water too at SQU...

Female bird in flight

Why sit upright? This is much better for a low centre of gravity!

Fledgling bird waiting patiently in a tree to be fed

Food

Like all parrots, Rainbow Lorikeets are strictly vegetarian; they feed on fruit, nectar and seeds.

These pages are largely based on our own observations. For more salient facts on any bird species please refer to a field guide.