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    African Grey Parrot Chicks for Sale in the UK

    The African Grey is widely regarded as the most intelligent parrot species, with the reasoning ability of a young child and an extraordinary talent for mimicry.

    Typical price: £800–£2,000Lifespan: 40–60 yearsExercise: Several hours out of cage daily plus foraging toys

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    How much do African Grey Parrot chicks cost in the UK?

    African Grey Parrot chicks typically cost £800–£2,000 in the UK. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and African Grey Parrots live around 40–60 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.

    Typical price
    £800–£2,000
    Lifespan
    40–60 years
    Size
    Medium-large (33cm)
    Exercise
    Several hours out of cage daily plus foraging toys

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    About the African Grey Parrot

    Temperament

    Highly intelligent, sensitive, bonded

    Size

    Medium-large (33cm)

    Lifespan

    40–60 years

    Exercise needs

    Several hours out of cage daily plus foraging toys

    Grooming

    Regular bathing and nail/beak checks

    Best suited to

    Experienced, home-based owners

    What to know before buying a African Grey Parrot in the UK

    • •A lifetime commitment — often outlives its first owner
    • •Needs daily mental enrichment to prevent feather plucking
    • •Ask for CITES paperwork and a closed ring
    • •Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.

    African Grey Parrot buying questions

    How much does an African Grey parrot cost in the UK?+

    African Greys typically sell for £800–£2,000, with hand-reared, DNA-sexed and closed-ringed birds at the higher end. A suitable cage, stand and toys add several hundred pounds more.

    How long do African Greys live?+

    40–60 years is normal, and some live longer. Many owners include their parrot in their will because the bird is likely to outlive them.

    Do African Greys really talk?+

    Yes — they are the best-known mimics in the parrot world and often use words in context. Not every individual becomes a talker, though.

    Where can I find African Grey parrots for sale near me?+

    Browse the live listings on this page and filter by county. Always check that the seller holds the correct CITES Article 10 certificate.

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