Indian Ringneck Parakeets
Indian Ringneck Parakeets Common Names: [Indian Ringneck Parakeet, Indian Ringneck Parrot, Rose-Ringed Parrot[ Scientific Name: [Psittacula krameri manillensis.[ Origin: [India, Asia[ Size: [Medium, at about 16 inches in length including the tailfeathers.[ Average Lifespan: [Between 25 - 30 years, although instances of Ringnecks living past the age of fifty have been authenticated.] Temperment: Although the Indian Ringneck has something of a reputation for being nippy and hard to tame, it is largely undeserved. Because they are so smart, Ringnecks get bored very easily, and will often resort to chewing and other destructive behavior if left to their own devices. They also go through a bluffing stage during adolescence that is difficult for some owners to manage. Ringnecks that are handled often and properly cared for, however, generally have sweet, charming personalities that make them a favorite of bird enthusiasts everywh...