The Monk Parakeet is the only parakeet in the world that builds a large communal stick nest rather than nesting in a cavity. Escaped from captivity, it has established large feral populations in urban areas from Florida to Chicago. The gray breast contrasting with the green body is diagnostic. It survives harsh northern winters far outside its native South American range.
Habitat
Urban and suburban areas with mature trees in the eastern and central US
Diet
Seeds, fruit, grain, and garden vegetables
How common
Uncommon
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