8 Best Cages for African Grey Parrots – 2024 Reviews & Top Picks

The African Grey is one of the most popular species of pet parrots. They are strong talkers, can be hand-tamed with regular handling, and are medium-sized and easier to manage than a large bird like a Macaw. While they are not as large as some species, they still need plenty of room to move around and spread their wings. It is generally recommended that an African Grey be given a cage that is 2 feet deep, 3 feet long, and 4 feet high, but if you can provide more room, then that’s even better.

Below are 10 of the best cages for African Grey Parrots including those meeting any budget. There’s an option for owners who want a corner cage, and there is even a cage with a removable divider down the middle.

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The 8 Best Cages For African Grey Parrots

1. Prevue Hendryx F050 Pet Products Wrought Iron Flight Cage – Best Overall

The best overall cage for African Grey Parrots is the Prevue Hendryx F050 Pet Products Wrought Iron Flight Cage. It has an internal living space of 36 x 22 x 47 inches and is made from steel and plastic. It has four troughs with individual spaces for food, water, and treats, and also includes three solid wood perches.

The pull-out tray makes it easy to clean and the base has a convenient shelf for storing food and accessories as well as four castors to move the cage easier.  There are small hanging doors on each side, which can be used to hang boxes, toys, or other accessories. Two front doors offer access for your birds and for you, when cleaning.

Overall, the cage is sturdy, well-priced for its size and features, and provides plenty of room for an African Grey while being easy to move around. However, the instructions are a little tricky to follow.

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2. Yaheetech 60.5inch Extra Large Bird Cage – Best Value

The Yaheetech 60.5-inch Extra Large Bird Cage is reasonably priced, made of solid metal, and its design means that there is a shelf on the bottom of the wheeled stand that can be used to hold seeds and other accessories.

The castors make it easy to move and the internal room of the cage section itself is just right for your African Grey Parrot. The cage also comes complete with four wooden perches and four feeders. The large front doors can be locked, to prevent crafty African Greys from being able to escape, although the doors could be larger to make it easier for humans to access the cage for cleaning or for adding new items and accessories.

Although the instructions could be clearer, the Yaheetech is still easy to construct and its stable build makes it a good addition to your home. Its low price also makes it the best cage for African Grey Parrots for the money.

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3. Prevue Pet Products Imperial Stainless Bird Cage – Premium Choice

The Prevue Pet Products Imperial Stainless Bird Cage is very expensive, but its stainless steel construction means it is sturdy.

In total, it is over 6 feet tall, although this does include a small gap at the bottom for the legs and the removable seed tray. The seed tray makes cleaning easier. There is an H-shaped perch inside the cage, which has a textured stainless steel finish that offers good grip. Four cups lock onto the side of the cage so they can’t be removed by your bird.

There is no storage shelf, with the room being given to the birds as living space. The castors work well and don’t restrict movement, which can be the case with some cheaper models, and the whole thing is easy enough to put together, although it is large so it will take some work to get it up. It is priced as a premium cage, but if you have the budget, it is worth the extra.

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4. Flyline Corner Bird Cage for Cockatiel Parakeet

The wrought iron Flyline Corner Bird Cage for Cockatiel Parakeet is designed for corner placement. It has a triangular back that fits perfectly into the corner of a room. It has a good amount of internal space and is set on four castors for easy movement. There is a seed skirt around the bottom of the cage, which means any seed or food that gets flung out of the cage will bounce off the skirt and back into the tray. The tray can then be slid out for easy cleaning.

The main front door is large enough for you to reach in and install any new fixtures and to give the cage a good clean, and it has a slide lock to keep it securely closed when you don’t want your African Grey escaping. The cage is around medium price and its corner design will prove useful in some homes.

However, the installation instructions are difficult to follow and the pieces can turn up bent, although they are easy enough to bend back into shape.

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5. Prevue Pet Products Empire Bird Cage, X-Large

The Prevue Pet Products Empire Bird Cage is a large stainless steel cage that is over 6 feet tall and offers a lot of internal space for an African Grey.

It is on the expensive side, due to its large size, but it has a hardwood perch that is more than stable enough for a medium-sized parrot species and it also includes non-tip stainless steel bowls rather than the plastic bowls of other cages. A pull-out grille makes cleaning easy and the seed skirt prevents some seeds from ending up on the floor. There is also a large front door that makes it easy for you to access and install new furniture and items.

While it is nice to get stainless steel bowls, they are quite small and you may want to invest in bigger ones, and the seed trays have gaps all around which means a lot of debris will still find its way onto the floor. The weight of the slide-out seed tray also makes it difficult to remove and slide back in on your own so you may need assistance with cleaning.

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6. XX-Large Castle PlayTop Parrot Cage

The XX-Large Castle PlayTop Parrot Cage is a giant parrot cage that is made from metal and, as well as offering a lot of indoor living space, also includes a playtop with perch, ladders, bowls, and a hook to hang a toy. The cage has four castors on the base, a seed skirt around the base, and it has removable trays and grilles to facilitate quicker and easier cleaning.

The cage includes cups for seeds or water and two wooden perches. For the size of the cage, it is reasonably priced, and it is a sturdy construction. However, the instructions are poor, the cage difficult to construct, and there are some problems with the welded connections that mean bigger, stronger birds might be able to damage the bars.

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7. Flyline Double Cage with Center Divider

The Flyline Double Cage with Center Divider is a massive bird cage that is large enough to keep two African Greys separately, with the divider installed, or to provide considerable space with the divider removed. Made from wrought iron, the cage is heavy because of its size, but it does come with six castors to make it easier to move around. There are four doors on the front of the cage, two large and two smaller doors. Removable seed trays and grates are added for easier cleaning, and there is a seed skirt that helps prevent food and other debris from being strewn from the cage.

The size of the Flyine is its biggest benefit but also its biggest demise. It is heavy and difficult to put together, and the large front doors limit your options when it comes to installing some large perches and other accessories. And, despite the cost, the bowls and perches aren’t the best quality.

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8. Prevue Pet Products Large Stainless Steel Play Top Bird Cage

The Prevue Pet Products Large Stainless Steel Play Top Bird Cage is an expensive, large bird cage with plenty of room for an African Grey. It has castors for movement, a large opening front door for access for your bird and you, and a removable grille and tray for cleaning. The cage includes a perch, which is made of stainless steel, as well as food and water cups. On the top of the cage is a play area that consists of a ladder, two bowls, and a hook to hang a toy or other item.

The cage is expensive, although that’s explained by its size and stainless-steel construction, but everything is made of stainless steel including the perch and the play area. It can look utilitarian and you will likely want to get some more natural materials in the cage for your bird to enjoy.

Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Best Cages for African Grey Parrots

African Grey Parrots are one of the most popular parrot species. They can become good talkers and, with regular handling from a young age, they can become quite tame. With a lifespan of up to 50 years, they do represent a lifetime commitment and they are considered quite high maintenance.

One of the requirements that you need to meet when owning an African Grey is ensuring that they have a decent-sized cage. They should spend several hours a day out of the cage, but this still means spending the majority of their time in there. Hence the need for a cage with plenty of living space. The cage will also need to be equipped with toys, perches, and other accessories to provide fulfillment and meet the health needs of the bird.

Wheels

The size of an African Grey cage means that it is big and it is likely to be heavy. If the cage sits directly on the floor it will be difficult to move, which is why most cages have wheels. They can still be difficult to push around because of the sheer weight but they do make it easier than attempting to lift or slide a cage with a solid bottom.

The weight does mean that the cage doesn’t roll on its own, but lockable castors may be beneficial if the cage will sit on a hard floor.

Cage Size

First and foremost, you must ensure that the cage is big enough for an African Grey. There is no such thing as too large when it comes to parrot cage size, but one can be too small. Aim for a cage that is at least 2 feet wide by 3 feet deep and 4 feet tall.

Published cage dimensions can be very deceptive because they are measured from the very outside of the cage. This includes any seed skirts, wheels, and other elements that are not usable living space so you will need to look at the internal measurements to ascertain how much room your bird will actually have to move around in.

Removable Tray and Grille

Birds, and especially African Greys, make a mess. Even if you feed them hulled seeds, they will still flick bits of food around the cage and make a mess. This means either having to lean into the cage and down to the bottom to clear up or buying a cage that has a sliding or removable tray. This enables you to clean the bottom of the cage out without even opening the door.

The tray should have a locking or closing mechanism to ensure the tray stays in place when it is replaced.

Playtop

Inside the cage, you will need to provide perches and toys to provide enrichment and enjoyment for the bird. But, they will spend a lot of time outside the cage, too. A playtop is an area on top of the cage that typically includes a perch, ladder, and potentially a toy.

Your African Grey will enjoy sitting on top, watching the world, and entertaining itself. It is close enough to the bird’s home that it feels comfortable but still provides a change of scenery and extra enrichment. It isn’t necessary, though, and if having a playtop will greatly restrict the internal size of the cage you can buy, you should avoid it.

Seed Skirt

Not all of the seeds and debris will land in the bottom of the cage, either. Some will bounce out of the cage and land on the ground nearby. One or two seeds might not be a problem, but after a day or so, the debris can pile up. A seed skirt is a skirt that sits around the bottom of the cage, just above the tray. When debris is flung from the cage, it bounces off the skirt and into the tray.

Seed trays aren’t infallible and some debris will still get through, but they do make things a lot easier and prevent many of the seeds escaping.

Perches and Bowls

Perches and bowls are essential accessories that are needed in every bird cage. The perch provides your parrot with somewhere to rest as well as a means of walking around the different areas of the cage.

Most perches are made of wood because it is stable but also easy for a bird to grip. Some are made from stainless steel or metal but they should have a textured finish or your bird might struggle to get a purchase and hold itself steady.

Bowls are used to hold food, water, and treats. They should be big enough that your bird can easily get to the contents unobstructed and heavy enough that they can’t easily be picked up and thrown around the cage. Most clip to the cage bars or sit within a bowl holder.

Cage Placement

The placement of the birdcage is important. Put the cage away from the kitchen to ensure that your bird doesn’t inhale smoke and other fumes. The area should be draft-free and should get plenty of natural light. It should be in a room where you spend time, but not in a room where it will be loud and noisy at night.

African Greys do tend to sleep peacefully, so it may be possible to keep yours in a bedroom. Otherwise, ensure that the cage is away from any potential hazards, including cats, dogs, or other pets that might want to investigate.

Should I Cover My African Grey Cage At Night?

Cage covers can be beneficial because they shut out light at night, prevent drafts, and even keep the internal temperature of the cage higher. However, they should only be used at night and removed in the morning. They shouldn’t be used to quieten a bird during the day.

How Long Should An African Grey Be Out Of Its Cage?

At the very least, you should let an African Grey out of its cage for 2 to 3 hours a day. This provides them with time to fly, which will help build and maintain muscle. Time out of the cage also provides further enrichment and it can offer you time to bond with your bird.

Conclusion

African Greys are medium-sized parrots that make popular pets because many are good talkers and they can be quite tame. They can be difficult to keep, however, especially for novice keepers. One factor that will make it easier to keep a happy and satisfied bird is choosing the right cage.

Above, we have included reviews of 8 of the best cages for African Grey Parrots including the Prevue Hendryx F050 Pet Products Wrought Iron Flight Cage which can be a little tricky to put together but is a suitable size and reasonably priced. The Yaheetech 60.5inch Extra Large Bird Cage doors could be bigger but it is cheap and has a sturdy construction.

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