blossom-headed parakeet

bird

Also known as: Psittacula cyanocephala

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The blossom-headed parakeet (Psittacula cyanocephala) is a common bird found in India and Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its green back, greenish-yellow breast, and a red head with bluish iridescence.1

Parakeets, including the blossom-headed parakeet, belong to the order Psittaciformes, commonly known as parrots. These are typically brightly colored and noisy birds found in tropical and temperate regions worldwide, with the exception of Europe. Parrots are known for their strong, hooked bills and zygodactyl feet, with two toes pointing forward and two backward, which aids in climbing and manipulating objects. Historically, parrots have been kept as pets and were even considered a delicacy in ancient Rome.2

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Importance to humans
…what is now called the blossom-headed parakeet (Psittacula cyanocephala) of India. However, there is no doubt that parrots were associated with humans much earlier, for natives on all continents have had parrots as pets. Parrots of many kinds have been long transported to zoos and private collections. Affluent citizens of…
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…what is now called the blossom-headed parakeet (Psittacula cyanocephala) of India. However, there is no doubt that parrots were associated with humans much earlier, for natives on all continents have had parrots as pets. Parrots of many kinds have been long transported to zoos and private collections. Affluent citizens of…
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