urban wildlife

At first glance, this tree in London looks lush and full of green leaves. But take a closer look — what appears to be foliage is actually hundreds of parakeets. These brilliant ring-necked parakeets, with their vivid emerald feathers and piercing calls, have become an iconic part of London’s urban wildlife. Originally thought to have escaped from captivity decades ago — … [Read more...] about A Tree That Isn’t What It Seems — London’s Parakeet Phenomenon