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188 rings issued for Alexandrine Parakeets: IWMB

By Jamila Achakzai
December 21, 2023

Islamabad:In collaboration with the Psittacula Breeders Association of Pakistan, the Islamabad Wildlife Management Board (IWMB) organized a second phase for of noteworthy event titled "Protecting Parakeets in the Wild" at IWMB office Dino Park near Maghazar Zoo, Islamabad, on Wednesday noon at 1:00 pm.

Parakeet Ringing Process: Individually, twenty-seven enthusiasts successfully completed the process of registration where as a thirty six rings were issued. However, seven breeders also done with their registration. A total number of one hundred eighty eight rings were issued for Alexandrine Parakeets. During the registration process thirty four registration forms were received and two hundred twenty four rings were issued to date.

People stand with parrots sitting on their hands during an event organised by IWMB on December 11, 2023. — Facebook/Islamabad Wildlife Management Board - IWMB
People stand with parrots sitting on their hands during an event organised by IWMB on December 11, 2023. — Facebook/Islamabad Wildlife Management Board - IWMB

The implementation of the certificates was done for the year 2023, and for the renewal of certificates for the year 2024, the required fee must be submitted. It is important to note that the payment of the fee is mandatory not only for certificate renewal but also for the inclusion in future registrations. This event, focusing on the protection of parakeets and raising awareness about their conservation, witnessed the combined efforts of IWMB and the Psittacula Breeders Association of Pakistan. The ringing process is a crucial step towards understanding and preserving the parakeet population in its natural habitat.