African GreysCongo African Greys
 One of the most sensitive and intelligent within the parrot species,
the Congo African Grey is highly sought after by enthusiasts for its ability to learn to
talk and mimic a wide variety of sounds.
They are known for their talking ability and can even learn to speak in context.
Keep in mind that there is never any guarantee that a Grey will learn to mimic human
speech. However, many Greys usually begin talking once they reach one year old.
 The Congo African Grey tends to be shy by nature with little tolerance
for strangers. These parrots must be provided a loving and comfortable environment as well
as a large cage and a variety of toys to keep this very intelligent parrot from being
bored.
Congo African Greys generally reach maturity at about 3 years
of age. At maturity, they measure anywhere from 13 to 14 inches in length. Given the
appropriate nutritional requirements in a nurturing environment, Congo African Greys can
have a lifespan of 50 to 70 years.
It is important to spray or mist your Congo African Grey
regularly (best time of day for this activity is in the morning). This is especially
necessary since the Congo African Grey produces a dry powder when preening. Spraying or
misting with water helps to keep your parrot looking his best.
If you are looking for a loyal and loving companion to share
your life, the Congo African Grey may be the perfect match for you.
| General Information |
| Size: |
13 inches |
| Weight Range: |
380-550 grams |
| Life Expectancy: |
40 to 60 years |
| Talking Ability: |
Excellent |
| Noise Level: |
Relatively quiet |
| Minimum Cage Size:
Bar Spacing: |
24" x 24" x
30"
3/4" to 1" |
| Natural Diet: |
Seeds, nuts, fruits,
berries, nectar, oil of palm fruit and millet. |
| Captive Diet: |
Fresh fruits, veggies,
pellets, seeds, nuts, legumes, pasta and grains. |
| Special Dietary
Needs: |
African greys should be
offered foods rich in calcium such as almonds, kale, figs, beans, broccoli, etc.
Seeds should be fed in moderation. |
| Characteristics: |
Intelligent, sensitive,
devoted, shy, vigilant, and reserved. |
Timneh African Greys
  Timneh
African Greys are smaller than the Congo African Greys at about 11 to 12 inches in
length. They are mostly dark gray versus the lighter to silver gray of the
Congo. The Timnehs have dark maroon tails and a white patch of skin around their
eyes. Their upper beak is partially bone-colored as compared to the totally black
beak of the Congo. The Congos tend to be more popular primarily because of their
larger size, lighter color, and brighter red tails.
Timnehs are outgoing and playful. They can
develop large vocabularies, just like the Congos. They are highly intelligent and
need lots of stimulation to keep them from getting bored. Timnehs love to explore
new things, and at the same time, are vigilant of their surroundings.
It's important to bathe your Timneh regularly due to
the fact that the Timneh produces a dry powder when preening, just like the Congo.
If you want a smaller, good natured parrot, the
Timneh African Grey may be the bird of choice for you.
| General
Information |
| Size: |
12 inches |
| Weight Range: |
300-360 grams |
| Life Expectancy: |
40 to 60 years |
| Talking Ability: |
Excellent |
| Noise Level: |
Relatively quiet |
| Minimum Cage Size: Bar Spacing:
|
24" x 24" x 30"
3/4" to 1" |
| Natural Diet: |
Seeds, nuts, fruits, berries, nectar,
oil of palm fruit and millet. |
| Captive Diet: |
Fresh fruits, veggies, pellets, seeds,
nuts and grains. |
| Special Dietary Needs: |
African greys should be offered foods
rich in calcium such as almonds, kale, figs, beans, broccoli, etc. Seeds should be
fed in moderation. |
| Characteristics: |
Intelligent, sensitive, devoted, shy,
vigilant, and reserved. |
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