On the Wildside: These birds are long-lived, highly intelligent and very adaptable
It appears that alongside Greater London, the Sheffield region is one of the national centres for the exotic ‘ring-necked ...
Up close and personal with Coventry's parakeet population
Normally known as exotic pets, parakeets are traditionally associated with warmer climes. It is not known for certain why ...
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The Carolina Parakeet Was The Only Parrot Native To America, But They Were Officially Declared Extinct In 1939, And Scientists Are Still Puzzled Over Why They Disappeared
The Carolina parakeets were sociable birds that had a close bond with each ... and competing with honeybees for roosting and nesting space. New findings suggest that the Carolina parakeet was ...
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Lancaster County couple tries to track down owner of parakeet found perched outside office window
YEAH, NEVER HAD A BIRD. NEVER WANTED A BIRD INSIDE. LOVE BIRDS. JUST NOT AS NOT AT DOORS. BUT NOW THERE’S A PARAKEET IN A CAGE IN HER KITCHEN. I LOOK OUT AND THERE’S A PARAKEET CLINGING FOR ...
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Why Did the Carolina Parakeet Go Extinct?
The Carolina parakeet, so named for the region where it was discovered, was known for its “disagreeable screams” and great beauty. Paul D. Steward / Science Photo Library Among all the birds ...
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Wild parakeets in the UK: exotic delights or a potential problem?
They nest in tree hollows and have plenty of competition for resources in their native habitats from other parrots and bird species. It's exactly this competitive instinct that makes people nervous ...
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Photos: Up close and personal with Coventry's parakeet population
It is common knowledge Coventry is home to a thriving parakeet population. The beautiful birds are often spotted ... a sudden there are hundreds. "This nesting pair seems to be separated from ...