Wild Indian Parakeets are usually green with the exception of turquoise blue on their tail feathers, and males have black and rose-colored rings around their necks. Indian Parakeet Ring-necks are now available in shades ranging from bright yellows (Lutino), greens, and blues to albinos due to color mutations.

Sexing: Males sport deep red beaks, black facial markings, and three bands of color around their necks. Females, while still beautiful, lack facial and collar bands. Although some do display a slight darkening of color around their necks.

Adult parakeets are easily sexed as the black and pink neck ring of cocks is absent in hens. However adult plumage is not attained until the third year. Though some cocks may show slight traces of black and pink at a year old. In cocks of the blue variety, the pink ring of the wild type is replaced by white. In the Lutino, the pink neck ring is retained but the black mustache markings of the wild type are replaced by white.

Temperament:

 Indian Ring-necks are curious and active parakeets, who may get bored easily if left alone. Because these ring-necked parakeets have powerful jaws, providing interesting toys and cage accessories for these playful parakeets is beneficial.

While these birds are “nippy” and go through a “bluffing” stage in their adolescence, with proper training and handling, pet parakeets make good companion pets. Indian Ring-neck Parakeets are smart birds and are desired among bird enthusiasts. They have a high-pitched yet sweet voice. These parakeets enjoy daily attention and can be taught to talk.

Diet: We highly recommend keeping your new Ringneck on the same diet it is currently being fed with us for the first 30 days while it acclimates to its new home. Your Indian Ring-neck is fed a 50/50 blend of our hand-mixed Lovebird/Conure Seed and Golden feast Australian Blend, along with Dried Egg Food. They should always be given a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and proteins daily in addition to their regular diet.

DNA Testing

If there is no gender option listed for a bird on our website, that particular species is ‘monomorphic’, which means we’re unable to determine gender without purchasing DNA testing. DNA testing is an additional $149 per bird to guarantee preferred gender. DNA testing may add an additional 3-6 plus weeks to the estimated delivery time to allow for gender results.