The African Grey Parrot

The African Grey parrot is considered a large bird,
approximately 12 to 13 inches from beak to tail, with a
wingspan of 20 inches. They are native to western and
central Africa. African Grey Parrots mate for life.

Colors: grey feathers, white patches around the eyes and
red tail feathers. The curved bill is dark grey.
Food: seeds, berries, nuts and fruit.
Average Lifespan: 50 to 65 years!

The African Grey is a very talkative, smart and sensitive bird.
Because these birds are so smart, they tend to be
demanding pets, and will get bored quickly if not stimulated.

African Greys have been said to be the most intelligent of birds.
They pick up on words and sounds very quickly, including the sounds of telephones, microwaves, and even other pets like dogs and cats. Some boast
vocabularies of up to 2000 words! It’s no wonder that many Grey owners are
careful to watch what they say around their