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| Interesting Facts: |
| Species: |
African Grey, Grey, Red-tailed Grey |
| Habitat: |
Lowland forests of central Africa; Guinea Islands, Kenya, Tanzania |
| Behavior: |
Shy and cautious |
| Family: |
Psittacine |
| Genus: |
Psittacus erithacus erithacus (Congo African Grey-CAG)
Psittacus erithacus timneh (Timneh African Grey-TAG) Psittacus erithacus princeps (Princeps African Grey)
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| Size: |
9" (Timneh African Grey) to 14" (Congo African Grey)
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| Diet: |
Seeds, nuts, fruits, and berries. Supplement with fresh fruits and vegetables. |
| Endangered: |
All 3 species regulated for importation. |
| Special Needs: |
Sensitive to dietary calcium/ phosphorus imbalance. High incidence of Psittacine Beak & Feather Disease virus (PBFD) and Psittacine Proventricular Dilatation Syndrome (PPDS - see The Disease That Starves Your Bird). |
| Owner Challenges: |
Extremely intelligent. Require a great deal of attention to satisfy both emotional needs and mental stimulation. |
| Life Span: |
50-70+ years |
| Average Cost: |
$1,000 - $1,500 |
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PRODUCTS RELATED TO:
Bird Profiles
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