Common name: Rose-ringed Parakeet
Scientific name: Psittacula krameri (also placed in Alexandrinus in some classifications)
Family: Psittaculidae

Size:
Body length: 38–42 cm (including long tail)
Wingspan: 42–48 cm
Weight: 100–140 g

Identification:
A slim, long-tailed parakeet, mostly bright green. The male shows a distinctive rose-pink and black collar around the neck; females and juveniles lack or show a faint collar. The bill is red (upper mandible) with a darker lower mandible. The tail is long and tapered with bluish tones.

Habitat:
Urban parks, gardens, farms, plantations, and open woodlands. Strongly associated with human-modified environments.

Status in the UAE:
Introduced species. Locally established in some urban areas, especially where trees and water are available.

Diet:
Herbivorous/omnivorous — feeds on fruits, seeds, buds, grains, and occasionally cultivated crops.

Behavior:
Highly social and vocal. Often seen in pairs or flocks, especially around roost sites. Strong, fast flight with direct wingbeats. Nests in tree cavities. Can adapt well to urban environments and may compete with native species for nesting sites.

Conservation status:
Least Concern (IUCN Red List)