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What are the best ways to teach my African Grey parrot to talk?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | 0 lbs

Hi, please what's the best way to teach my African Grey to talk?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on December 13th, 2017

You can use recordings and play them daily. Simply speaking and interacting with Tico will also work. Repeat words or phrases for 10-15 minutes several times daily. Reward and praise him when he repeats. This is no guarantee he will talk, but it's a good start. Be patient and consistent.

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