CITES Documented · Ships Nationwide · USDA Licensed
African Grey Parrot for Sale in San Diego, CA
Captive-bred Congo and Timneh African Greys raised by Mark & Teri Benjamin in Midland, TX. Every bird ships IATA-compliant to San Diego with full CITES documentation, DNA sexing, and avian vet certification.
Inquire About Available BirdsWe Ship African Greys to San Diego
We deliver captive-bred African Grey parrots directly to San Diego, California. Every bird travels in an IATA-approved live animal carrier with all required paperwork — CITES Appendix I documentation, DNA sex certificate, avian vet health clearance, and a 3-day health guarantee.
Shipping is arranged through approved air freight carriers to the nearest major airport serving San Diego. We coordinate pickup logistics with you before the bird ships so there are no surprises.
CITES Appendix I Documentation
Official captive-bred certification ships with every bird. No paperwork, no purchase.
DNA Sexed & Vet Certified
Every bird is DNA sexed and cleared by an avian vet before leaving our Midland, TX aviary.
IATA-Compliant Transport
Airline-approved carriers, live animal manifests, and direct routing to San Diego-area airports.
3-Day Health Guarantee
We stand behind every bird we ship. Health issues reported within 72 hrs are covered.
African Grey Pricing
Prices are the same regardless of delivery location. Shipping fees are quoted at time of inquiry.
Congo African Grey
Psittacus erithacus erithacus
$1,700–$3,500
- ✓ Larger silver body, bright red tail
- ✓ 40–60 year lifespan
- ✓ Exceptional talkers
Timneh African Grey
Psittacus erithacus timneh
$1,500–$1,600
- ✓ Smaller, maroon tail
- ✓ Calmer personality
- ✓ Matures faster
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get an African Grey parrot delivered to San Diego? +
Yes. We ship IATA-compliant to San Diego International Airport (SAN). You pick up from the air cargo facility — we coordinate timing and instructions with you beforehand.
What is the price of an African Grey parrot in San Diego? +
Congo African Greys are $1,700–$3,500 and Timneh African Greys are $1,500–$1,600. Shipping fees to SAN are quoted at inquiry.
Does San Diego have any local rules about keeping African Greys? +
San Diego follows California state law — African Greys require CITES captive-bred documentation. Every bird we sell includes full CITES Appendix I paperwork, so you'll be compliant from day one.
How long do African Grey parrots live? +
Congo African Greys regularly live 40–60 years in captivity. Timneh African Greys live a similar span. Owning one is a lifelong commitment — we take this seriously and discuss it with every buyer.
How do I prepare my home for an African Grey before it arrives? +
You'll need a large cage (minimum 36"×24"×48"), stainless steel or food-safe toys, perches of varying diameters, and a pellet-based diet. We send a full preparation checklist to every buyer after deposit.
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Our birds are hand-raised, CITES-documented, and DNA sexed. Reach out to start the conversation — we reply within 24 hours.
$200 deposit reserves your bird · 3-day health guarantee · IATA-compliant shipping nationwide