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The Rose-ringed Parakeets of Heidelberg

10,000 Birds

This article is about the parrots we have, not the ones we wish we had. Yes, Germany has parrots, or parakeets to be more precise. It is commonly kept in captivity and has therefore established many feral populations world-wide originating from escaped / released cage birds. A Birdy New Year! Because we never have had.

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Lake Bindegolly National Park

10,000 Birds

The National Park is unusual because it offers very few facilities compared to most, but there is a sealed road right into the small car park and a shade shelter with a table and chairs and information about the park. No doubt the National Parks are aware of the situation, but it is also hard to deal with feral animals in remote areas.

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