African grey parrot (Psittacus Erithacus lat.) is an exotic bird native to West Africa. Also called Jako. Unfortunately, often appears in the smuggling trade that is easily tamed and has a special talent for imitating people and various animals.

 African grey parrot lives where?

 Habitat stretches from the south-eastern Ivory Coast, up in Western Kenya, Northern Angola, Congo and South Northwest Tanzania, Fernando Poo and Principe islands. Known and the existence of isolated populations in the region of Kilimanjaro mountain.
 The main element of the African grey parrot food is the fruit of oil palm (Elaesis guinensis), otherwise eat seeds, nuts, various fruits, berries, sometimes causing considerable damage tarlele corn. Breeding season varies depending on where the colony, such as in Liberia in April, and in Nigeria in January. Usually nest in hollow trees their giant called Terminalia.

 African grey parrot reproduction:

 Reproduction of this species of parrots is relatively easy. The first successful breeding in captivity of the African grey parrot was in England in 1843.
 • loft / cage (cages) with adequate size, the optimal volume of 3-4 cubic meters and contains approx. 3 pairs, and when couples are formed, they can separate;
 • varied diet of high quality;
 • couples who fit the exemplary young, healthy;
 • providing a quiet environment;
 • Recommended burrow dimensions are 60x30x30 cm, 11 cm diameter access.

 During breeding season, gentle behavior of African Grey parrot can change, so do not disrupts peace!