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Princess Parakeet


These birds are also called the Alexandra parrot, Queen Alexandra parrot (or parakeet), Princess of Wales parakeet, rose-throated parakeet and spinifex parrot. The princess parakeet is part of the psittacidae family and the Alexandrae species of parrot. It is a medium sized parrot approximately 15 inches long. It is one of Australia’s least known parakeets because it is so elusive even though it is spread across interior northern Australia. It is a stunning bird. It’s name, "the Princess of Wales Parakeet",  was named after Princess Alexandra of Denmark, who later married the Prince of Wales Edward the VII and she eventually became the Queen of England.

Princess parakeets are normally quiet birds and can be kept in an apartment. At times they can get a little noisy if not given enough attention. Their life span is thought to be as long as 30 years. Under the right circumstances they are able to bond to more than one member of the family. They have a great personality, wonderful looks and are a favourite among many aviculturist and pet owners.

There are three common color mutations of this parakeet. These colours are Lutino, Albino, and Blue. The natural, or 'normal' color is green. The standard green have olive colored feathers all over their bodies, and their wings have bright green bands on them. Their faces are multi-colored with pastel blue washed foreheads and pink cheeks. Their necks and upper-chests are also rose colored making them very stunning. The difference between males and females is the males have longer tail feathers and brighter coloring than females. The male also has a coral red beak, while the female's is kind of a wine color. Another difference is the male has an orange iris, while the female's is much browner.

In the wild they prefer arid woodland and scrub, especially Mulga, and spinifex. Their diet is the seeds of the grasses and shrubs. They seem to like areas with eucalyptus, casuarinas, and acacia trees. Sadly, they are becoming quite rare in the wild and their numbers seem to be dwindling. Princess parrots have been seen “mobbing” predators by circling, harassing and even pursuing them. Mobbing is unusual with parrots!

Sickness and Diseases

Unfortunately like other parakeets they can get scaly face mites from time to time which is easily treated with Aristopet Scaly Face and Leg Treatment. The are also vulnerable to intestinal worms and coccidiosis when living in the wild or a dirt floor aviary.

Overall, as pets they are delightful companions and they can become very good talkers. Here is a link to one name [Bodie]http://www.brg.homestead.com/bodie.html that has an exceptionally large vocabulary and even seems to be talking in context.

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