African Grey Congo

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Aves
• Order: Psittaciformes
• Family: Psittacidae

Scientific Name: Psittacus erithacus

Description:
There are two species of African Grey generally kept as pets, the Congo (which has a red patch of feathers on the underside of the tail like Rico), and the Timneh (with maroon tail feathers). They make a nice "jungle" sound when relaxed. When threatened or frightened they make a growling sound.

Care and feeding:
See the main African Grey page for descriptions of minimum cage size and diet.

Distribution:
These birds are native to various parts of Africa including Kenya, Uganda, Liberia, and islands off the west coast of Africa.

Size - Weight:
Congos grow to a length of 13 to 16 inches (32.5 - 40.6 cm). They are usually somewhat larger than the Timneh.

Social Behaviors:
African Grey Congos are tamed easily and are very sociable. However, they can sometimes become a "one person" bird. For an extensive parrot training system that potentially turns your bird into a fun, loving companion as well as learning lots of cool trickls, try Chet Womach's Parrot Training Course.

Breeding/Reproduction:
Congos are easily bred under normal conditions. The price of Congos has been coming down because there are so many being bred.

Sexual differences:
There is no easily visible means of sexing these birds.