Captivity
This Parakeet can be moderately loud depending on its environmental conditions (level of human interaction and interaction with noisy or quiet birds). The Alexandrine Parakeet's call is a powerful screech but deeper than that of its very close-relative the Psittacula krameri (Rose-ringed or Ring-neck Parakeet) It is an active species which typically enjoys playing in water and readily accepts novel foods. Regarded as a vigorous chewer, it is important to provide a constant and regular supply of non-toxic chewing materials such as tree branches or commercially-available chew toys for parrots.
The Alexandrine Parakeet has an average lifespan of 40 years, and as with other Psittacula species, they are considered excellent mimics.
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