Alexandrine Parakeet (Near Threatened)

Behaviour:  They typically develop close relationships with a single individual, can be highly gregarious, and require a lot of time outside of cages. They need constant, strong training to control any potential hormonal aggression during puberty since they are busy, heavy chewers who love toys.

Breeding notes:  Alexandrine parrots, named for Alexander the Great, who brought many birds from Punjab to several European and Mediterranean nations, are generally careful breeders that do well in roomy, safe aviaries. When given proper, deep nesting boxes, they usually breed in the spring. 2–4 eggs are laid, and they are incubated for 26–30 days. Since they mature slowly and frequently don’t reproduce until they are three or four years old, success demands patience.

During the breeding season, increase the amount of protein, such as mealworms. The female spends roughly 26–28 days incubating. After 6–7 weeks, the chicks fledge and become self-sufficient around one month later. To prevent overbreeding and health problems, limit the number of clutches to two annually.