Male African Grey Parrots

Behavior and Personality

Male African Greys are intelligent, curious and highly observant. Many develop excellent talking abilities, although individual communication skills vary. They need regular interaction, training and mental stimulation to remain comfortable in captivity. A bored bird may develop unwanted behaviors, so enrichment should never be overlooked.

Male African Grey Parrot Information Table

Characteristic	Details
Sex	Male
Origin	West and Central Africa
Adult size	28–35 cm
Weight	Approximately 350–600 g
Wingspan	Approximately 45–52 cm
Lifespan	40–60 years or longer
Feather color	Silver-grey
Tail color	Red in Congo; maroon in Timneh
Beak	Strong, curved and black
Personality	Intelligent, observant and social
Talking ability	Excellent potential
Main diet	Pellets, vegetables, fruits and limited seeds
Natural habitat	Tropical forests and woodland
Conservation status	Endangered