The African Grey Parrot

The African Grey Parrot is an amazing bird which hails from the rain forests of Africa. Revered
for their beauty, personality and intelligence, African Greys have come to be a popular addition to
any family that wishes to co-exist with them.

Notice I didn’t say “own” a grey as

these birds can’t be
domesticated. Due to their long
lifespan most greys available for
purchase are only a generation or two
from the wild. The very best you can
do with an African Grey is honour the
fact that they are extremely intelligent
social creatures who will be happy to
share your dwelling and your life,
provided you give them the love and
the respect they deserve.

There are two popular subspecies of African Greys, the Congo African Grey parrot and the
Timneh African Grey parrot. Timneh greys are smaller than Congos and do not have the vibrant
red-tail colour of the Congo. Timnehs are also much less expensive than Congos, but still make
fine companions.