African Grey Parrots for Sale in the UK (2026 Prices & Care)
If you're looking for an African grey parrot for sale in the UK, this guide covers current price expectations, how to tell a healthy hand-reared chick from a poorly socialised one, import documentation after Brexit, and the daily care that keeps a grey talking and thriving. Every grey from Parrot FarmHouse is hand-reared and health-checked.
Why African greys are the UK's favourite talking parrot
The Congo African grey is widely regarded as the most capable talking parrot in the world, often building vocabularies of dozens to hundreds of words and mimicking household sounds with startling accuracy. Greys are intelligent, sensitive and form deep bonds — which is exactly why they need an owner who can offer steady routine and daily mental stimulation.
African grey prices in the UK 2026
| Type | Guide price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Baby hand-reared Congo grey | £800–£1,500 | Most in demand; weaned and ringed |
| Proven adult / bonded pair | £1,200–£2,200 | Often breeding stock |
| Timneh grey | £700–£1,300 | Slightly smaller, equally clever |
Indicative ranges only — confirm live pricing on the listing or by contacting us.
Buying from the EU to the UK: the paperwork
African greys are listed on CITES Appendix I and EU Annex A, so a legal sale requires an Article 10 certificate within the EU, and UK import needs additional CITES import/export permits and health certification post-Brexit. Reputable breeders handle this for you — never buy a grey without a closed leg ring and full documentation. Read our shipping & documentation page for details.
Daily care that keeps a grey healthy
- Diet: a quality pellet base plus fresh vegetables; greys are prone to calcium and vitamin-A deficiency on seed-only diets.
- Enrichment: foraging toys and daily training prevent boredom and feather-plucking.
- Routine: greys dislike sudden change; consistent feeding and sleep times reduce stress.
- Vet: register with an avian vet and budget for annual checks.
See our full bird care instructions for a complete routine.
Health guarantee, legal proof & buyer protection
Every bird leaves us only when fully weaned (typically 14–20 weeks), eating independently and behaviourally stable — never sold as an unweaned chick to be hand-fed by a stranger.
Each parrot carries a closed leg ring and full CITES / EU Article 10 documentation (Annex A species included), plus a hatch certificate and optional DNA sexing — your legal proof of captive breeding.
Birds are vet-checked and screened for the conditions responsible owners worry about — Psittacosis, PBFD, PDD and Polyomavirus — and come with a written health guarantee.
We reserve a bird with a deposit (around 50% of the price); the balance is due on collection or before welfare-compliant shipping. We never ask for full payment by gift card, crypto or wire to a personal account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is an African grey in the UK in 2026?
A hand-reared baby Congo grey typically ranges from £800 to £1,500, with timnehs often a little lower.
Do African greys really talk?
Yes — they are the most accomplished talking parrots, though every bird is an individual and talking is never guaranteed.
Is it legal to buy an African grey in the UK?
Yes, when the bird is captive-bred, close-ringed and accompanied by a valid Article 10 / CITES certificate.
What age should I buy an African grey?
Buy only fully weaned chicks — usually around 12–16 weeks — never unweaned babies.
Why do African greys pluck their feathers?
Usually boredom, stress, diet or a health issue; enrichment and an avian vet check are the first steps.
From the Parrot FarmHouse community
David (Manchester): "Our grey came fully weaned and ringed with all the CITES paperwork. He said his first word within three weeks."
Priya (Birmingham): "The diet advice fixed our previous bird's dull feathers. Wish I'd read this years ago."
Tom (Leeds): "Clear on the post-Brexit import side — the team sorted the permits and kept me updated the whole way."