Red-breasted Parakeet (Psittacula alexandri)

chngpe01 · 3rd January 2006

The Red-breasted Parakeet, also known as the Moutacheed Parakeet, are not natives of Singapore and was originally found only in Java and Bali.

Together with many others species of parrots and parakeets, the Red-breasted Parakeet were introduced to Singapore 3-4 decades ago through the bird trade. Most have established themselves in Singapore and have feral (i.e. tame birds that returned to the wild) breeding populations.

These parakeets are found at Changi Village around the village Angsana trees along the main road and they actually nest in tree holes found on those trees. So if you are in the vicinity do look out for them and others

Cheers

PE

KNIGHT ONG · 3rd January 2006

I likes the 2nd image .. composition stronger ..

raptor84 · 3rd January 2006

Agreed, the closer crop helps the composition more.

chngpe01 · 5th January 2006

Thanks KT and Raptor for your comments.

I also find that a number of ppl pefer the second shot, my wife and kid included. I personally like the first shot as it has communication with the subject and I like the space on the right to show part of the environment. It boils down to a matter of taste and preference - no right or wrong.

BTW both shots are not cropped, the first was taken further away and the second shot I moved nearer to the subject.

Thanks again

Cheers

PE

3rd January 2006	#1
chngpe01 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 7,815	Red-breasted Parakeet (Psittacula alexandri) The Red-breasted Parakeet, also known as the Moutacheed Parakeet, are not natives of Singapore and was originally found only in Java and Bali. Together with many others species of parrots and parakeets, the Red-breasted Parakeet were introduced to Singapore 3-4 decades ago through the bird trade. Most have established themselves in Singapore and have feral (i.e. tame birds that returned to the wild) breeding populations. These parakeets are found at Changi Village around the village Angsana trees along the main road and they actually nest in tree holes found on those trees. So if you are in the vicinity do look out for them and others Cheers PE __________________ my work

3rd January 2006	#2
KNIGHT ONG Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Snow Mountain Posts: 5,747	Re: Red-breasted Parakeet (Psittacula alexandri) I likes the 2nd image .. composition stronger .. __________________ AMPA * Studio * J team

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raptor84 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 4,297	Re: Red-breasted Parakeet (Psittacula alexandri) Agreed, the closer crop helps the composition more. __________________ Pet Portrait Portfolio Stock Photos for sale

5th January 2006	#4
chngpe01 Moderator Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 7,815	Re: Red-breasted Parakeet (Psittacula alexandri) Thanks KT and Raptor for your comments. I also find that a number of ppl pefer the second shot, my wife and kid included. I personally like the first shot as it has communication with the subject and I like the space on the right to show part of the environment. It boils down to a matter of taste and preference - no right or wrong. BTW both shots are not cropped, the first was taken further away and the second shot I moved nearer to the subject. Thanks again Cheers PE __________________ my work