A practical 2026 guide to purchase prices, first-year setup, ongoing care and the documents a UK buyer should verify before paying a deposit.
A useful planning range for a young African Grey offered with identifiable records is £1,500–£3,500. This is an indicative range, not a fixed market price or a current Paraíso de Aves quotation. The amount can change substantially according to the individual bird, age, subspecies, provenance, level of socialisation, seller, location and what the written offer includes.
Never assess an offer by price alone. Ask the seller to identify the bird, explain its history and provide a written list of included records and services. Current availability and a current price should always be confirmed for the specific bird.
| Budget item | What to allow for |
|---|---|
| Bird | The individual written price and exactly what it includes |
| Cage and home setup | A suitably sized cage, secure travel carrier, perches, bowls and household bird-proofing |
| Veterinary care | An initial examination with an avian vet, routine reviews and an emergency reserve |
| Food | A balanced diet appropriate to the bird, plus safe fresh foods |
| Enrichment | Foraging materials, destructible toys and regular replacement of worn items |
| Transport and records | Only the route-specific services and documents stated in writing |
For broader comparisons, use the UK parrot price guide. For husbandry planning, read the complete African Grey guide and home-preparation checklist.
Ask for records that identify the individual bird and match the seller's description. Depending on the bird and route, this can include ring or microchip details, provenance, veterinary information, sales documentation and relevant CITES or animal-health paperwork. Do not assume that a generic certificate or a photograph of paperwork applies to the bird being offered.
A commercial purchase moved into Great Britain is not automatically covered by the simpler rules for a pet travelling with its existing owner. Review the UK import guide and CITES guide, then confirm the current requirements with the responsible authorities before arranging transport.
They often cost more than many smaller parrots, but the more important comparison is lifetime suitability. African Greys require long-term veterinary, dietary, housing and enrichment commitments.
Documentation and compliant movement can affect the total price, but requirements depend on the specimen and route. Ask for an itemised quote and verify current requirements instead of accepting a vague “paperwork included” claim.
Choose a seller who can identify the individual bird, explain its provenance and provide verifiable records before payment. See our African Grey page and current availability, then request the details for a specific bird.
Pricing ranges are planning estimates and should be checked against the individual written offer. Movement and documentation guidance was reviewed on 14 September 2026 against the UK guidance for importing captive birds and the UK CITES import and export guidance.
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