Written by USDA-Licensed Breeders · Midland, TX
Care guides, species comparisons, diet, health, and buyer resources — written by Mark & Teri Benjamin after 10+ years raising captive-bred African Greys.
20 verified facts: lifespan 40–60 years, CITES Appendix II status, 200–1,000 word vocabulary, and the Congo vs Timneh distinction every buyer needs to know.
Read more → CareMinimum 36"×24"×48" cage, stainless steel bars at 3/4"–1" spacing, 3-perch variety setup, and the enrichment rotation system we use in our breeding facility.
Read more → HealthFeather plucking, calcium deficiency seizures, psittacosis, aspergillosis — the 7 most common African Grey health problems and how to prevent every one.
Read more → TrainingTarget training, step-up, recall, and talking development — the step-by-step methods we use with every bird before it leaves our facility.
Read more → IntelligenceAfrican Greys can learn 200–1,000+ words — but not all of them will, and the timeline is slower than most buyers expect. Here's what the research and 10 years of experience says.
Read more → Buyer's GuideThe honest answer from breeders: African Greys are rarely beginner-friendly — but some first-time owners succeed. Here's the distinction.
Read more → ComparisonsTwo elite talkers compared: African Grey precision vs. Amazon charisma, plus hormonal aggression differences most buyers don't expect.
Read more → CareComplete care guide covering diet, housing, enrichment, health, and CITES documentation requirements.
Read more → NutritionWhat to feed, what to avoid, and how to build a diet that keeps an African Grey healthy for 40–60 years.
Read more → HealthAfrican Greys live 40–60 years. What affects lifespan, life stages, and how to plan for a lifelong companion.
Read more → Buyer's GuideAn honest look at what makes African Greys exceptional — and what makes them the wrong bird for many households.
Read more → BuyingHand-raised, fully weaned baby African Greys with CITES documentation. What to expect and what questions to ask.
Read more → ComparisonsSize, color, price, temperament and talking ability compared side by side.
Read more → ComparisonsWhich parrot fits your home, schedule, and budget? Full side-by-side comparison.
Read more → ComparisonsTalking ability, affection level, noise, and care demands compared.
Read more → SafetyCITES documentation red flags, deposit scam patterns, and how to verify a legitimate breeder.
Read more → LegalWhat documentation every captive-bred African Grey must ship with — and what to demand before any deposit.
Read more → CostsCongo and Timneh pricing, first-year setup costs, annual expenses, and 40–60 year lifetime estimates.
Read more → SpeciesComplete species guide: subspecies, intelligence, talking ability, wild range, CITES status, and captive care.
Read more →Our birds are hand-raised, CITES-documented, and DNA sexed. Reach out to start the conversation — we reply within 24 hours.
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