Which habitats do African gray parrots prefer?

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Close-up of an African grey parrot (Psittacus erithacus) showing its curved black beak, pale eye, and detailed grey feathers. — African gray parrot African gray parrot (*Psittacus erithacus*).

African gray parrots primarily inhabit lowland rainforests throughout the majority of their range. While they are forest-dwelling birds, they also venture into surrounding areas to forage for food, including:

Savannas
Mangroves
Agricultural land

When roosting at night, these birds prefer locations that help them avoid predators, such as clearings or islands found in rivers or along the coast.1