Gray Parrot
Gray Parrot
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The Congo African Grey Parrot is a highly intelligent and iconic large parrot species native to central Africa. It is distinguished by its silvery-grey plumage and a bright red tail.
Where to spot
Primary and secondary rainforests, forest edges, and mangroves across Central Africa.
How to spot
Look for large grey parrots flying overhead, often in pairs or small groups. Listen for their distinctive calls, screeches, and potential mimicry.
When to spot
Year-round, active throughout the day, often seen in large communal roosts at dawn and dusk.
Where to spot
Primary and secondary rainforests, forest edges, and mangroves across Central Africa.
How to spot
Look for large grey parrots flying overhead, often in pairs or small groups. Listen for their distinctive calls, screeches, and potential mimicry.
When to spot
Year-round, active throughout the day, often seen in large communal roosts at dawn and dusk.
This parrot is considered one of the most intelligent bird species, capable of understanding and using human words in context, not just mimicking them.