African Grey Parrot Information Guide

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African Grey Parrot Information

About African Grey Parrots

One of the larger members of the Parrot family, the African Grey measures about 13 inches in length, but has a fairly short tail. African Greys are mostly grey with white around the eye area and a vibrant red tail. There are two well-known types of Greys; the normal African Grey and the Timneh race. The Timneh race has a dull red tail. African Greys are known as the best talkers of the parrot family, and studies have shown that these highly intelligent birds can actually understand and properly use human language to communicate with their owners. Parrots can live a long time; anywhere from 30 to 70 years! These intelligent birds require a great deal of time and attention from their owners, and are not content to just be left in their cages. They love to talk, learn tricks, play and be cuddled, and tend to break into happy (and noisy) songs at least twice a day. Regular wing and nail clipping are required to maintain these birds, and daily cage cleaning is a must! If you are considering becoming the proud owner of one of these fascinating creatures, it is important to be certain that you have the time, devotion and facilities - both financial and environmental to properly care for it for many, many years. Parrots aren't for everyone, but if you are lucky enough to own one, it can be the experience of a lifetime!

African Grey Parrot Clubs and Rescues

African Parrot Society
Wilson Parrot Foundation

African Grey Parrot Information Links

Grey Parrot Intelligence - IAS 1995

The African Grey Parrot - General information, including stories and pictures of Baby Zach.

It's A Grey's Word - Learn all about the african grey parrot and other parrots. Many articles, stories, recipes, photos and cartoons.

The African Grey Parrot - General information, including stories and pictures of Baby Zach.

African Grey Photo Gallery - Information on the African grey, and hundreds of photos submitted by owners from all over the world.

Africangreys(congo and timnehs) - Message boards on health, diet, toys etc.

Dandy - Diary, sound files, and pictures of a congo.

Eustic's Baby book - Follow the growth of a congo in pictures.

Grey Play Round Table - Based from the magazine with the same name. An informative site with tips, ideas and information for african grey parrots and their pet humans.

GreysLand - A different approach on the african grey. The soap-opera on the net with greys as actors.

Jaco - Stories and pictures of a Congo.

Jewel - Meet an african grey parrot and hear her talk, wav files.

Mainely Greys - a home-based African Grey Parrot non-breeding haven in Maine.

Misty - Pictures and stories of a congo.

Mocha - Offers pictures and vidoes of a Congo. Includes a guestbook, and links to other African Greys.

Simon - Life through the eyes of a congo, including pictures and recipes.