African Grey Parrot
NameAfrican Grey Parrot
Common NameAfrican Grey Parrot
Scientific NamePsittacus erithacus
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)49
Length (cm)33
Weight (g)445
Plumage DetailsPredominantly ash-grey plumage with lighter grey scalloping on the head and neck, giving a slightly scaly appearance. The most distinctive feature is a short, bright red tail. The beak is black, and adult birds have a pale yellow iris.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a wide range of vocalizations, including whistles, squawks, screeches, and an exceptional ability to mimic human speech and other sounds from their environment.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, savanna
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeNative to equatorial Africa, found across a broad belt from West Africa to Central and East Africa, including countries like Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Congo, and Uganda.
Identifying Featuresash-grey plumage, bright red tail, black beak, pale yellow iris (adults), exceptional mimicry ability
Description
The African Grey Parrot is a medium-sized, highly intelligent parrot known for its striking ash-grey plumage and bright red tail. These social birds are often seen in large flocks in their native African habitats, demonstrating complex vocalizations and mimicry abilities.
