Ring-necked Parakeet

The Ring-necked Parakeet is the UK's only naturalised parrot. It is large, long-tailed and green with a red beak and a pink and black ring around its face and neck. In flight it has pointed wings, a long tail and a steady, direct flight.

Ring-necked Parakeets can be seen all year round at a number of locations in south east England, particularly Surrey, Kent and Sussex. They can often be found in flocks sometimes numbering hundreds of birds at roost sites.

Parks, orchards and gardens with mature trees to provide nest holes are favoured habitats. In its native India it is found in jungle and around farms and gardens.

Date: 09/12/06

Location: Northdown Park, near Margate, Kent