AFRICAN GREY PARROT
Psittacus erithacus
The African Grey Parrot is one of the most intelligent birds in the world. If raised by humans, they can learn to talk, sing and mimic sounds from around the house, including the phone!
They are found in rainforests, gallery forests, forest edges and clearings in central and western Africa.
As herbivores, they eat fruits, nuts and seeds.
Lifespan – 40-70 years in captivity.
IUCN Conservation Status – Endangered