African Grey Parrot

African Grey Parrot Latest News

There are no registered breeders or authorised pet shops to sell African grey parrots (Psittacus erithacus) – one of the most easily procurable animals in the country.

About African Grey Parrot

• It is a medium-sized, dusty-looking gray bird.
• Scientific Name: Psittacus erithacus
• It is one of the most talented talking/mimicking birds on the planet.

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African Grey Parrot Habitat and Distribution

• African grey parrots are native to West and Central Africa.
• They inhabit different types of lowland forest, including rainforest, woodlands, and wooded savannah. 
• They can be seen along forest edges and in clearings as well, and sometimes feeding in gardens and cultivated fields.
• They are kept as pets in many parts of the world, and their popularity dates back centuries.

African Grey Parrot Features

• It is a mottled grey-colored, medium-sized parrot. 
• It has a large black bill and white mask enclosing a yellow eye and has a striking red vent and tail. 
• Females have a pale gray crown with dark gray edges, a gray body, and scarlet tail feathers. 
• The male looks similar to the female but becomes darker with age.
• Lifespan: 50+ years

African Grey Parrot Conservation Status

It is classified as ‘Endangered‘ under the IUCN Red List. 

Source: TH