The Indian ringneck parakeet (Psittacula krameri), also known as the rose-ringed parakeet, is native to Africa and the Indian subcontinent, but has established feral populations in South Africa due to escapes and releases from the pet trade since the early 1900s. Why It’s a Problem: Agricultural Damage: These parakeets feed on fruits, grains, and crops, […]
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What does the law state? Rose-ringed parakeets are listed as Category 2 – captive birds require a permit. Feral or escaped birds revert to Category 1b. “Any person undertaking rose-ringed parakeet breeding registered with the relevant industry Association is exempted from requiring a permit for all restricted activities, provided such Association is in possession of
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Do you keep Rose-Ringed Parakeets? (A.K.A Indian Ringnecks) It is against the law to keep them if you do not have an Alien Invasive species permit.
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