Feathered Family Inc.
Parrot Rescue and Adoption, Erie CO
Alexandrine Parakeet
(Psittacula Eupatria)
Ever more popular the Alexandrine parakeet is taking its rightful place in the companion parrot market. Known for its steady personality, and gentle nature these wonderful birds are finally being seen for their worth. Becoming ever more popular with breeders means becoming more popular and available for those people who want one for a companion parrot.
The Alexandrine normally has green plumage and a large beak, but, as with many of the ringneck family, there are color mutations becoming more widely available to consumers, including the lutino (yellow) and the blue mutations. Be sure to read up well, so that you have an idea of which color mutation you really want to add to your family.
The Alexandrine's is playful and can be talkative, able to amass an impressive vocabulary. This bird is a wonderful family pet. The Alexandrine's can be, as with any parrot, loud. If the bird is in a quiet environment, it most likely will be somewhat subdued. It can also be encouraged to be loud by imitating its teacher. The Alexandrine's talking ability is very good, but the owner is the teacher and the time-spent teaching is one's just reward.
