Identification of important breeds of pet birds.pptx

important breeds of pet birds

1. Identification of important breeds of pet birds Submitted by – Dishita Chugh

2. 1. parakeets PARAKEETS

3. Origin and Habitat Origin Australia : The common parakeet, also known as the budgie, is native to Australia.  India and Sri Lanka : The plum-headed parakeet is found in the foothills of the Himalayas and south to sri lanka . Habitat Australia Parakeets in Australia live in the open plains and grasslands of the outback, which is a semi-arid to arid region. They prefer to stay away from the coastline.  India Parakeets are found in Andaman & Nicobar, Chandigarh, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Lakshadweep.  Sri Lanka The plum-headed parakeet is found in Sri Lanka. Florida Wild common parakeets have been introduced to Florida.

4. Plum-headed parakeet Found in forests and open woodlands, from the foothills of the Himalayas to Sri Lanka.  Rose-ringed parakeet An herbivore that eats buds, fruits, vegetables, nuts, berries, and seeds.  Carolina parakeet Lived in old-growth forests along rivers and in swamps, especially in the Mississippi-Missouri drainage basin.  SPECIES

5. Physical characteristics Parakeets are small, slender birds with long, tapered tails and pointed beaks. They come in many colors, including green, yellow, blue, gray, and white.  Size Parakeets are usually 7 to 7.8 inches (18 to 20 centimeters) long and weigh 0.08 to 1.1 ounces (22 to 32 grams).  Budgerigars are a type of parakeet that are small in size, weighing 30 to 40 grams.  Feathers  Parakeets have black scalloped markings on their back, nape, and wings. The feathers on their wings are often black and outlined with green and yellow. The feathers on their tail are bluish-green. Beak  Parakeets have pointed beaks, with the tip of the upper mandible extending over the lower mandible

6. Physical characteristics Skin  In breeding females, the cere, which is the skin at the base of their beak, is a light brown or beige color. In males, it's blue. Behavior  Parakeets are known for being gentle, loving, and intelligent. They are easy to communicate with and understand.

7. MACAWS

8. Origin and Habitat Origin Macaws are native to Central and South America, and formerly the Caribbean. They live in tropical regions, including rainforests, woodlands, and savannahs.  Habitat Rainforests : Macaws are often found in rainforests, especially in tall deciduous trees near rivers.  Woodlands : Some species of macaws prefer woodland habitats.  Grasslands : Other species of macaws prefer savannah-like habitats.  Range Mexico : Macaws are native to southern Mexico.  Central America : Macaws are native to Central America.  South America : Macaws are native to South America, including Peru, Bolivia, and eastern Brazil.  Caribbean : Macaws were formerly native to the Caribbean, but some species are now extinct. 

9. Scarlet macaw  Found from southern Mexico to Peru, Bolivia, eastern Brazil, and Trinidad.  Blue-and-yellow macaw A large macaw with bright blue feathers on top and yellow feathers on the bottom . Spix's macaw  A macaw native to Brazil that is endangered . SPECIES

10. Physical characteristics Macaws are large, brightly colored parrots with strong beaks and long tails. They have bare patches of skin on their faces, and their feathers can be red, blue, green, and yellow.  Size  Macaws range in size from the 12 in Hahn's macaw to the 40 in hyacinth macaw, the largest parrot species The hyacinth macaw can weigh up to 3.5 lbs Beaks Macaws have large, curved beaks that are strong enough to crack open nuts and seeds  The hyacinth macaw has a solid black beak  Tails  Macaws have long tail feathers that help them guide their flight

11. Physical characteristics Feathers Macaws have vibrant feathers in shades of red, blue, green, and yellow  The blue-and-yellow macaw has a blue upper body and a golden yellow underside  The scarlet macaw has bright red plumage on most of its body, wings, and tail  Facial features Many macaws have bare patches of skin on their faces  The hyacinth macaw has yellow around its eyes and the lower part of its beak  The scarlet macaw has a creamy white, almost featherless face  Diet  Macaws eat fruits, seeds, leaves, flowers, and nuts

12. LOVEBIRDS

13. Origin and Habitat Origin Lovebirds are native to Africa and Madagascar. They live in arid habitats, such as woodlands, semi-deserts, and mountainous regions. They are known for their affectionate behavior and pretty colors.  Habitat  Lovebirds live in small flocks They prefer arid habitats, such as woodlands, semi-deserts, and mountainous regions They are resilient but dependent on the presence of water Some species nest in tree holes

14. Peach-faced lovebirds  Native to southwestern Africa, including Namibia, Angola, and South Africa  Fischer's lovebirds  Native to central east Africa, including Tanzania, Rwanda, and Burundi  Grey-headed lovebirds  Native to Madagascar SPECIES

15. Physical characteristics Lovebirds are small, stocky parrots with rounded heads, large beaks, and short tails. They are known for being affectionate and intelligent, and are popular pets.  Size  Lovebirds are 5–7 in (13–17 cm) long, with a wingspan of up to 24 cm They weigh 1.5–2 oz (40–60 g) Color Lovebirds are mostly green, with varying colors on their heads and necks  They can be orange, yellow, blue, black, white, or gray  Some species have a white ring around their eyes 

16. Physical characteristics Features  Lovebirds have large, sharp beaks Their tails are short and blunt, and can be round or square They have brown eyes and gray legs and feet Lifespan Lovebirds can live 10–12 years on average, but some can live longer  In captivity, they can live 15–30 years  Behavior Lovebirds are social and love to cuddle  They are best kept as pairs because they need a lot of attention and affection  Lovebirds are social and affectionate, and form strong monogamous pair bonds  Lovebirds are very active, flying, climbing, gnawing, and grooming themselves  Lovebirds are very vocal, making high-pitched twittering calls 

17. COCKATOO

18. Origin and Habitat Origin Cockatoos are native to Australia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. They live in a variety of habitats, including forests, scrublands, mangroves, and open country Habitat  Rainforests : Glossy Black Cockatoos prefer woodlands and forests Mangroves : Cockatoos can live in mangroves Open country :  Galahs and Cockatiels are nomadic and live in open country Scrublands : Cockatoos can live in scrublands Eucalyptus groves : Cockatoos can live in eucalyptus groves Subalpine regions : Cockatoos can live in forests in subalpine regions . 

19. White cockatoos  Eat berries, seeds, nuts, fruit, and roots Umbrella cockatoos  Eat seeds, nuts, fruit, insects, and small lizards Pink cockatoos  Prefer desert and sandy environments SPECIES

20. Galah  The most widespread cockatoo in Australia, found across most of the country  Baudin's Black Cockatoo An endangered species found in small areas of south-west Western Australia  Tanimbar Corella  A species found in the Tanimbar Islands of Indonesia 

21. Physical characteristics Cockatoos are medium to large birds with distinctive crests and plumage. They have sharp beaks, strong feet, and are known for being very noisy.  Size Cockatoos can be 12–27 in long and weigh 10–30 oz, depending on the species  Color  Most cockatoos are white, but can also be gray, black, blue, or pink  Crest Cockatoos have feathers on their heads that they can raise when excited or alarmed  Beak Cockatoos have sharp, curved beaks that they use to pry open doors  Feet  Cockatoos have strong feet that they use like hands, which helps them climb trees 

22. Physical characteristics Behavior Cockatoos are social birds that live in flocks and travel in search of food  Cockatoos are very noisy birds with calls that can travel long distances  Cockatoos are nomadic, traveling in search of food and often roosting in trees  Cockatoos are excellent climbers, which helps them reach fruit and nuts in trees  Diet  Cockatoos eat a varied diet of fruit, berries, nuts, flowers, leaf buds, roots, insects, and their larvae

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