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Likely escapees of the exotic pet trade, the birds first put down roots in some south suburbs in the 1960s and Hyde Park in the 1970s.
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Tiny, raucous monk parakeets from South America thrive in Chicago. But why?

Despite their long-standing local presence, in many ways, these tiny, raucous, bright green birds remain a mystery to experts and enthusiasts alike.

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