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Epo, Ringo & Star are male Congo African Greys.

Species: Congo African Grey Parrot

Name: Epo, Ringo & Star

Status: Listed as near threatened. Largely due to being taken from the wild for pets.

Distribution: Congo African Grays are found on the islands of Principe and Bioko as well as from south-eastern Cote d'lvoire to western kenya.

Size: The African Grey can reach up to 12 inches in length and weigh between 400-650 grams.

Food: They feed primarily on nuts, fruits and leafy matter.

Habitat: They prefer primary and secondary rainforest.

Tidbit: African greys are higly intelligent when compared to other birds. Some are capable of thousands of words and speaking in sentences.

Lifespan: They generally live up to 60 years.