Jafar – Congo African Grey for Adoption
Jafar is a Congo African Grey for adoption at 77ExoticBirds.com. At approximately 30 years old, she is a mature, intelligent parrot who needs a calm and patient forever home.
About Jafar
Jafar is a standard-colored, banded African Grey. She has laid an egg as recently as April 2025, confirming she is female. There are no known medical or veterinary concerns on record.
- Species: Congo African Grey
- Age: Approximately 30 years
- Sex: Female (verified by egg)
- Adoption Fee: $1,000
- Cage Aggressive: No
- Other Bird Aggression: Not tested (for safety reasons)
- Preference: No preference for men or women
Affordable used cages are available starting at $100 (up to $1,000 depending on size and quality).
📸 More pictures of Jafar are available upon request.
Personality & Temperament
Jafar is a quieter, more reserved bird who prefers the safety of her cage. She does not enjoy being handled and is not stick trained. When forced out, she becomes stressed, so her future adopter must respect her boundaries.
She is frightened by:
- Loud noises
- Vacuum cleaners
- Unfamiliar people
- Sudden environmental changes
Jafar thrives best in a calm, predictable environment.
She enjoys shredding toys, especially:
- Balsa wood blocks
- Cardboard paper towel tubes
Enrichment is very important for her emotional wellbeing.
Feather Plucking History
Jafar has a history of stress-related feather plucking that began after an environmental change. This appears behavioral rather than medical.
An experienced African Grey adopter who understands stress management, enrichment, and routine will be essential in helping her feel secure again.
With time, consistency, and patience, she has strong potential to stabilize and rebuild confidence.
Care & Ideal Home
Jafar will do best with:
- An experienced African Grey owner
- A quiet household
- Minimal chaos or sudden changes
- Someone willing to build trust slowly
- Respect for her non-hands-on nature
She is not a cuddly bird, but she can still form meaningful bonds on her own terms.
Important Things to Know About Parrots
1️⃣ Parrots Usually Choose One Person
Birds are rarely “family pets.” Most choose one favorite and tolerate others.
2️⃣ Birds & Children
Birds are generally not ideal for homes with young children, dogs, or other birds. They are flock animals and must live in a communal area of the home to prevent behavioral issues.
3️⃣ Birds Bite
Biting is usually a sign of fear or boundary crossing. Trust must be earned.
4️⃣ Parrots Are Not Dominance-Based
If a bird refuses to step up or leave a safe space, it is not dominance — it is security. Building trust is the only path forward.
Why Adopt an African Grey from 77ExoticBirds.com?
When you adopt from 77ExoticBirds.com, you are:
- Giving a rescue parrot a second chance
- Supporting ethical rehoming practices
- Ensuring proper evaluation and care
- Committing to long-term responsibility
African Greys are highly intelligent, emotionally sensitive parrots who require informed, patient guardians.
Ready to Provide Jafar a Calm Forever Home?
Jafar needs a stable, understanding adopter who can give her the time and consistency she deserves.
📸 Additional photos available upon request for serious adopters.