Baby Timneh African Grey Parrot
$1,400.00
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Plumage: Dark grey body with a slightly lighter face; maroon tail feathers
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Size: Approximately 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) long at hatching; will grow to 28–33 cm (11–13 inches) as an adult
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Beak: Black, strong, curved
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Eyes: Dark in juveniles; gradually lighten to pale yellow as they mature
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Feet: Grey, zygodactyl (two toes forward, two backward)
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Personality: Playful, affectionate, intelligent, and highly social
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Vocalization: Starting to explore sounds; will develop mimicking abilities as they grow
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Description
Meet the Baby Timneh African Grey
The Timneh African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus timneh) is a smaller, darker cousin of the Congo African Grey. Baby Timnehs are charming, highly intelligent, and full of personality. Their soft, dark grey feathers, maroon tail, and playful nature make them an ideal companion for experienced parrot owners. Even as babies, they show remarkable curiosity, quick learning ability, and strong social bonding potential.
🦜 Description
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Plumage: Dark grey body with a slightly lighter face; maroon tail feathers
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Size: Approximately 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) long at hatching; will grow to 28–33 cm (11–13 inches) as an adult
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Beak: Black, strong, curved
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Eyes: Dark in juveniles; gradually lighten to pale yellow as they mature
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Feet: Grey, zygodactyl (two toes forward, two backward)
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Personality: Playful, affectionate, intelligent, and highly social
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Vocalization: Starting to explore sounds; will develop mimicking abilities as they grow
📝 Specifications – Baby Timneh African Grey
| Feature | Description |
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| Name | TBD (can be given by owner) |
| Species/Breed | Timneh African Grey (Psittacus erithacus timneh) |
| Sex | Male / Female (DNA test recommended) |
| Age | 8–12 weeks (typical weaning age) |
| Vaccination | Up to date (Psittacosis, Polyomavirus, Avian Pox, if applicable) |
| Microchip ID | Optional but recommended |
| Health Check | Certified healthy – recent avian vet exam recommended |
| Diet | Starter pellets, soft fruits, and vegetables; gradually transition to adult pellets |
| Temperament | Intelligent, playful, curious, affectionate, social |
| Care Requirements | Cage 2–3 ft minimum, daily out-of-cage play, enrichment toys, social interaction |
| Special Notes | Highly trainable; early socialization enhances bonding and talking ability |
❤️ Why Baby Timneh African Greys Are Special
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Smaller and darker than Congo African Greys, with a maroon tail and subtle facial highlights.
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Extremely intelligent and capable of learning words, phrases, and problem-solving tricks.
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Early hand-raised babies develop strong bonds with their caregivers and adapt well to home environments.
