Congo African Grey Parrots

Life Span of the African Grey Parrot: 50 - 70+ years

African Grey Parrot Intelligence: The African Grey is one of the most intelligent parrots and is believed by most to be the best at imitating human speech

The African grey parrot has got to be one of the most charming parrots. The African grey parrot has a wonderful character, a combination of intelligence and charm. African grey parrots have been kept as pets for over 4000 years. The Egyptians are thought to be the first to keep the African grey parrot as pets, as depicted in their hieroglyphics. The Greeks also highly valued the African grey parrot as pets, as did the Romans who kept these intelligent birds in highly ornate cages. The tradition of keeping the African grey parrot continued with King Henry VIII keeping one as a pet. Today, the African grey parrot is still kept as a prized pet.  This information was taken from www.theafricangreyparrot.com

At Cub Creek Science Camp we have two African Grey Parrots named Babby and Lucy they are shy and reserved but do have a range of vocalizations.  They love to take peanuts from our campers during Science Camp.  They do not like to talk in front of people but when your back is turned you may hear a voice behind you.  Babby, our male, has a very deep voice while Lucy, the female, has a higher pitched voice.

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