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Congo African Grey Parrot for Sale

Congo African Grey Parrots Available from Exotic Parrots Aviary

Welcome to Exotic Parrots Aviary, where we specialize in providing carefully raised and responsibly managed exotic parrots, including Congo African Grey Parrots.

The Congo African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus) is one of the world’s best-known African Grey parrots and is highly valued for its intelligence, impressive ability to mimic sounds, distinctive grey plumage, and bright red tail. African Greys are intelligent, long-lived companion birds that require thoughtful care, enrichment, a suitable environment, and a long-term commitment from their owners.

The grey parrot is medium to large sized, predominantly grey and black-billed. Its typical weight is 400 g (14 oz), with an approximate length of 33 cm (13 in),^[14] and a wingspan of 46–52 cm (18–20+1⁄2 in).^[15] The head and wings are generally darker than the body. The head and body feathers have slight white edges; the tail feathers are red with occasional black touches.

Both sexes appear similar.^[14] Juvenile colouration is similar to that of adults, but typically their eyes are dark grey to black, compared to the adults’ yellow irises around dark pupils,^[16] and their undertail coverts are tinged with grey.^[14] Adults weigh 418–526 g (14+3⁄4–18+1⁄2 oz).^[17]

Grey parrots may live for 40–60 years in captivity, although their mean lifespan in the wild appears to be shorter — approximately 23 years. They start breeding at an age of 3–5 years and lay 3–5 eggs per brood

If you are searching for a Congo African Grey Parrot for sale, this page provides information about our available birds, their characteristics, care requirements, and the information you should consider before purchasing an African Grey.

Congo African Grey Parrot for Sale

Our Congo African Grey Parrots for sale may include young birds, babies, adult males, adult females, and compatible pairs, depending on current availability.

Each individual bird should be evaluated according to its own age, sex, development, temperament, health records, feeding status, and other relevant characteristics. Availability changes regularly, so please contact Exotic Parrots Aviary for the most current information about a particular Congo African Grey.

Where applicable, individual listings can include:
*Species and subspecies information
*Sex
*Age or hatch date
*DNA sexing information
*Current weight
*Weaning status
*Feeding information
*Socialization and handling history
*Veterinary or health documentation
*Identification or band information where applicable
*Current photographs and videos
*Availability status
*Applicable transportation and documentation requirements

Why Choose a Congo African Grey Parrot?

Congo African Greys are intelligent and observant parrots that can form strong relationships with their caregivers. They are well known for their ability to learn and reproduce sounds and for their remarkable problem-solving abilities.

Their intelligence also means that they need considerably more than food and a cage. A prospective owner should be prepared to provide daily interaction, mental stimulation, safe toys, appropriate nutrition, exercise, social interaction, and a stable environment.

A Congo African Grey can be a long-term companion, so purchasing one should be considered a serious commitment rather than a short-term pet purchase.

Congo African Grey Appearance

The Congo African Grey has predominantly grey plumage, a darker grey coloration around the head and body, and the characteristic bright red tail. Adult birds develop the mature appearance associated with the species over time.

Individual birds can vary in size, feather condition, personality, and appearance. For this reason, photographs and details of the actual available bird should be used on each individual product listing rather than relying only on generic stock descriptions.

Male and Female Congo African Grey Parrots

Both male and female Congo African Greys can make wonderful companion parrots when appropriately raised and cared for.

Visual sex identification can be unreliable in African Grey parrots, so if the sex of an individual bird has been determined through DNA testing, the product page should clearly state that information and, where appropriate, identify the documentation available.

For example:

Sex: Male
DNA Sexed: Yes
or:

Sex: Female
DNA Sexed: Yes

Baby Congo African Grey Parrots

A baby Congo African Grey Parrot requires specialized care during development. Buyers should pay particular attention to the bird’s age, feeding stage, weaning status, socialization, and overall development.

If we have baby Congo African Greys available, the individual product listing should clearly explain whether the bird is:
*Fully weaned

*In the process of weaning

*Parent-raised

*Hand-raised

*Socialized and accustomed to handling

*Eating independently

*Ready for its new home

Adult Congo African Grey Parrots

Adult Congo African Grey Parrots for sale can be suitable for experienced parrot owners who understand the needs of an intelligent adult African Grey.
An adult bird’s history, temperament, socialization, diet, handling experience, and previous environment can be important factors when selecting a companion. We recommend that prospective owners ask for detailed information about any individual adult Congo African Grey before making a purchase decision.

Congo African Grey Pairs

When compatible pairs are available, Exotic Parrots Aviary may offer Congo African Grey pairs for sale, including young or adult pairs depending on inventory.

For a pair listing, Exotic Parrots Aviary has:
Pair type: Young / Adult
Sex: Male & Female
Age: 5-10 months old babies and 3-5 year old adults

Congo African Grey Diet and Care

African Grey parrots require a balanced, species-appropriate diet and consistent access to fresh, clean water.
A suitable care program can include an appropriate formulated parrot diet, fresh vegetables, suitable fruits and other foods recommended by an avian veterinarian, together with appropriate enrichment.
Because African Greys are highly intelligent, enrichment is particularly important. Owners should provide safe toys, foraging opportunities, supervised exercise, interaction, and opportunities for natural behaviors.
Their environment should also be kept clean, secure, well ventilated, and free from common household hazards.
Prospective owners should establish a relationship with an experienced avian veterinarian and obtain professional advice about nutrition, preventative healthcare, quarantine procedures, and ongoing care. African Grey parrots require a balanced, species-appropriate diet and consistent access to fresh, clean water.

A suitable care program can include an appropriate formulated parrot diet, fresh vegetables, suitable fruits and other foods recommended by an avian veterinarian, together with appropriate enrichment.

Because African Greys are highly intelligent, enrichment is particularly important. Owners should provide safe toys, foraging opportunities, supervised exercise, interaction, and opportunities for natural behaviors.

Their environment should also be kept clean, secure, well ventilated, and free from common household hazards.

Prospective owners should establish a relationship with an experienced avian veterinarian and obtain professional advice about nutrition, preventative healthcare, quarantine procedures, and ongoing care.

Intelligent and Social Companion Birds

One of the most attractive characteristics of an African Grey Parrot is its intelligence. African Greys are famous for their ability to imitate human speech and other sounds, but individual birds differ considerably.

Not every African Grey will talk at the same level or develop the same vocabulary. Talking ability should therefore never be guaranteed as a sales claim.

The best goal is to provide an environment where the bird can develop naturally through positive interaction, enrichment, training, and consistent care.

Long-Term Commitment

A Congo African Grey is a long-term companion. CITES documentation notes that African Grey parrots can have a mean captive lifespan of around 45 years, making responsible ownership a substantial long-term commitment.

Before purchasing an African Grey, prospective owners should consider:

Daily time available for interaction
Appropriate cage and living space
Safe exercise and play opportunities
Nutrition and ongoing veterinary care
Noise and household environment
Travel and transportation arrangements
Long-term financial commitment
Access to an avian veterinarian
Local and international wildlife regulations

Health and Individual Bird Information

The health and condition of every individual parrot should be represented accurately.

Depending on the bird, available documentation may include information relating to veterinary examination, health history, identification, DNA sexing, feeding status, and other relevant records.

For the most accurate information, please contact Exotic Parrots Aviary regarding the specific Congo African Grey Parrot you are interested in.

Responsible and Legal Parrot Acquisition

African Grey parrots are internationally protected wildlife, and international trade is subject to CITES requirements and applicable national laws. African Grey parrots (Psittacus erithacus) were transferred to CITES Appendix I in 2016.

Therefore, availability and transportation across international borders may depend on applicable permits, documentation, import requirements, export requirements, and other legal conditions.

Exotic Parrots Aviary should only advertise and arrange transportation that is lawful in the relevant jurisdictions. Prospective buyers are responsible for understanding the requirements applicable to their destination.

Congo African Grey Parrot Availability

Our inventory changes as individual birds become available.

For current availability, please contact Exotic Parrots Aviary with the following information:
The type of Congo African Grey you are interested in
Male or female preference
Baby, young, or adult
Single bird or pair
Your destination address location / Country

We can then provide information applicable to the particular bird or birds currently available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Congo African Grey Parrots good companion birds?

Congo African Greys can make excellent companion parrots for owners who are prepared for their intelligence, social needs, enrichment requirements, and long-term care. They are not a low-maintenance pet and require consistent attention and responsible ownership.

Do Congo African Greys talk?

African Greys are well known for their ability to imitate human speech and other sounds. However, talking ability varies from bird to bird, and no responsible seller should guarantee a particular vocabulary or talking performance.

How long do Congo African Greys live?

African Grey parrots are long-lived birds. CITES documentation reports a mean captive lifespan of around 45 years, although individual lifespan can vary according to genetics, nutrition, veterinary care, environment, and overall husbandry.

How can I tell whether a Congo African Grey is male or female?

Male and female African Greys can be difficult to distinguish reliably by appearance alone. DNA sexing can provide a more reliable determination when properly performed and documented.

Do you have baby Congo African Grey Parrots for sale?

Availability changes regularly. Please contact Exotic Parrots Aviary for current information about available baby, young, or adult Congo African Grey parrots.

Do you sell Congo African Grey pairs?

Young and adult pairs may be available depending on current inventory. Any breeding or compatibility claims should be confirmed for the specific pair.

Can Congo African Grey Parrots be shipped internationally?

International transportation of African Grey parrots is subject to applicable wildlife, CITES, import, export, veterinary, and airline requirements. International availability should therefore be confirmed on a case-by-case basis before any transaction.

Contact Exotic Parrots Aviary

If you are looking for a Congo African Grey Parrot for sale, contact Exotic Parrots Aviary to ask about current availability.

Whether you are looking for a baby Congo African Grey, young African Grey, adult male, adult female, or compatible pair, we recommend requesting the specific bird’s current details, photographs and availability before making a purchase decision.

Serious inquiries only, make your choice and add to cart and place your order

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