Facts about Congo African Grey Parrot

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   Parrot species including the Congo African Grey can live 40-60 years in the wild, with some individuals documented reaching over 80 years old in protected environments.

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   A single Congo African Grey Parrot can weigh between 400 and 600 grams, making it one of the largest parrot species in Africa.

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   Scarlet tail feathers of Congo African Grey Parrots contain a unique red pigment called psittacofulvin that is produced only by these birds and a few other parrot species.

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   Congo African Grey Parrots have distinctive bare white facial patches around their eyes that contain specialized skin used for emotional communication with other parrots.

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   Approximately 2 million Congo African Grey Parrots were exported from Africa between 1950 and 1992 before international trade restrictions were implemented.

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   African Grey Parrots possess a cerebral cortex proportionally larger than many primates, enabling their advanced cognitive and problem-solving abilities.

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   The Congo African Grey Parrot possesses a vocabulary of approximately 1,000 words and can live up to 60 years in captivity.

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