Alexandrine Parakeet
The Alexandrine parakeet, also known as the Alexandrine parrot, is a medium-sized parrot in the genus Psittacula of the family Psittaculidae, native to South Asia and Southeast Asia. It is named after Alexander the Great, who transported numerous birds from Punjab to various European and Mediterranean countries and regions, where they were prized by the royalty, nobility and warlords.
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In Türkiye
Recorded in Türkiye throughout the year.
Most records in February–March and October–December.
Provinces where it makes up the largest share of bird records.
Adjusted for how many birdwatchers are out each month; the busiest month = 100%.
4,662 records from Türkiye · #175 of 634 species by number of records. Source: GBIF.org (October 2026). All birds of Türkiye
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