AvailableCuddlyPlayful
Sun Conure
Aratinga solstitialis
About 30 cm · lives 20–30 years
African Grey Parrot · Psittacus erithacus
African Grey Parrot
The brainiest bird in the room.
Meet them before you decide
Everything's talked through in person at the aviary.
Best talkerPuzzle solverSensitive
Right now at the aviary
- African Grey Parrot: none ready this week.
Want to know when one's ready? Your message is written for you:
- Sold as
- Singles & pairs
- Good for
- Experienced keepers
- Lifespan
- 40–60 years
- Size
- About 33 cm
Soft grey with a scarlet tail and a mind to match any puzzle. African greys are world-class talkers and mimics, sensitive and deeply loyal — a companion for life.
Talking abilityBig talker
CuddlinessAffectionate
Noise levelModerate
First-bird friendlyExperienced
Care guide
Life with an African grey parrot
What they eat
Pellets plus leafy greens and veg, with calcium-rich foods — greys need more calcium than most.
Their home
A large, sturdy cage and a stimulating routine: foraging toys, puzzles and a predictable schedule.
Time & attention
Brilliant and sensitive. Thrives on daily training and conversation — a true lifelong companion.
We'll go through all of this with you in person, too — bring your questions to the meetup.
Our full African greys guideSee one in action
Hello, neighbour
An old favourite from the archives: an African grey reaching through the bars to say hello to its green-and-orange neighbour.
Filmed right here at the aviary. Come meet ours in person at a meetup.
