African Grey Parrot
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NameAfrican Grey Parrot
Common NameAfrican Grey Parrot
Scientific NamePsittacus erithacus
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)46
Length (cm)33
Weight (g)400
Plumage DetailsPredominantly grey plumage with a distinctive bright red tail. The feathers around the eyes and face are typically white or pale grey, and the beak is black.
Vocalization / CallHighly varied vocalizations, including whistles, squawks, screeches, and an exceptional ability to mimic a wide range of sounds, including human speech and environmental noises.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, savanna, mangrove, forest edge
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeNative to equatorial Africa, ranging from Côte d'Ivoire to western Kenya, and south to Angola. Its distribution is fragmented across Central and West Africa.
Identifying FeaturesGrey body plumage, Bright red tail feathers, White facial patch, Black beak, Medium size
Description
The African Grey Parrot is a medium-sized, intelligent parrot native to the equatorial forests of Africa. Known for its remarkable ability to mimic human speech and other sounds, it is a highly social bird that often forages in flocks.
