Definition

Proper noun * A specific species of parrot: Psittacula krameri is the scientific (Latin) name for a medium-sized, long-tailed parrot species. Its common names include the rose-ringed parakeet, ring-necked parakeet, or Kramer's parrot.

Usage Notes

• This term is a scientific binomial name used in biology and ornithology. It is always written in italics in formal contexts. The first part () is the genus name, and the second part () is the specific epithet, often named after a person (here, Wilhelm Heinrich Kramer).
• In everyday English, people use the common names (rose-ringed parakeet, etc.) instead of the scientific name.

Examples

• Scientific/Formal Context:
  • The study focused on the urban adaptation of Psittacula krameri.
  • Psittacula krameri is native to Africa and South Asia but has established feral populations in many European cities.

Advanced Usage

• The term is used almost exclusively in academic, scientific, conservation, and aviculture (bird-keeping) contexts to avoid ambiguity, as common names can vary by region.

Variants and Related Words

• Rose-ringed parakeet (n): The most widespread common name for this bird.
• Ring-necked parakeet (n): Another common name, frequently used in Europe.
• Kramer's parrot (n): A less common name derived from the species epithet.

Synonyms

• African parakeet (n): A descriptive common name, though it is also found in Asia.
• Indian ringneck parakeet (n): A common name for the Asian subspecies, often used in the pet trade.

Antonyms

• There are no direct antonyms for a species name. One could contrast it with parrots from a different genus, e.g., (cockatoos) or (macaws).

Related Phrases / Terms

• Feral population (n): A group of animals living in the wild but descended from domesticated or escaped individuals. Psittacula krameri
• Invasive species (n): A non-native organism that causes harm to its new environment. Psittacula krameri

Noun

1. African parakeet