Flock of parakeets spotted at Kaki Bukit park delights Stomper
A Kaki Bukit resident had a delightful surprise when she looked out from her balcony on the morning of May 8.
Stomper Angie shared that she spotted a large number of green birds perched on a tree at Kaki Bukit Neighbourhood Park, a sight she had never encountered before.
"This is the first time I've seen these birds," she said. "I usually only see mynahs, pigeons and crows in the area, so I was really surprised!"
The sighting happened around 7am, and Angie noted that by about 9am, most of the birds had flown off.
She believes the birds were rose-ringed parakeets, a species of parrot that has become increasingly common in Singapore.
Native to parts of Africa and South Asia, rose-ringed parakeets are known for their bright green plumage and distinctive calls.
Males typically have a black and rose-coloured ring around their necks, while females and juveniles lack this feature.
In Singapore, they are considered a non-native species but have established a growing population over the years.
They are often seen in urban parks, gardens, and forested areas, and are known to roost in large, noisy groups.
However, a hike in the number of red-breasted parakeets has implications for the ecosystem as these are an invasive species.
They may transmit exotic diseases and parasites to native birds and also compete with local species for nest holes.
