Alexandrine parakeet

• Small parrot with body 55–60cm long (including tail), weight 200–300g.
• Body is usually green, but yellow and blue specimens have also been bred.
• Beak and shoulder patch are distinctive red.
• Tail is long and also red.
• Males have distinctive black line across neck, similar to Indian ringneck parrot.

• Prefers tropical climate, but can survive in temperate and subtropical areas.
• In native range, prefers forest and open woodland.
• Adapted to agricultural areas and human settlements.

• Wild populations not yet recorded in Queensland, but captive birds are present.

• Nests communally in tree hollows.
• Lays 2–4 eggs.

• Various fruit and grain crops.

Environmental

• Potential to out-compete native species for resources.

Economic

• Damages various fruit and grain crops.

• Alexandrine parakeet is not a prohibited or restricted invasive animal under the Biosecurity Act 2014. However, by law, everyone has a general biosecurity obligation (GBO) to take reasonable and practical steps to minimise the risks associated with invasive animals under their control.
• Local governments must have a biosecurity plan that covers invasive animals in their area. This plan may include actions to be taken on Alexandrine parakeet. Some of these actions may be required under local laws. Contact your local government for more information.