Timneh grey: incubation period, weaning age and breeding
Timneh grey eggs hatch after 26–28 days of incubation. Chicks fledge at 70–80 days and are weaned and independent at about 90–110 days. A typical clutch is 3–4 eggs.
Breeding numbers
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Adult weight (g) | 275-375 |
| Length (cm) | 28-30 |
| Clutch size | 3-4 |
| Incubation (days) | 26-28 |
| Fledging (days) | 70-80 |
| Weaning / independence (days) | 90-110 |
| Breeding age (maturity) | 24–48 months |
| Lifespan (years) | 40-50 |
| Breeding season | Year-round |
| Sexing | DNA. CITES Appendix I. |
Origin: West Africa (Sierra Leone to Ivory Coast) — Scientific name: Psittacus timneh
Size: 28-30 cm, 275-375 g
Breeding and care tips
Smaller than Congo, maroon tail, horn-coloured upper beak; often talks earlier.
Mutations and colours
No colour mutation of this species is confirmed in the sources.
Zajel's genetics lab predicts chick colours from both parents for established mutations only; disputed ones are shown with a note and left out of the calculation.
Need the exact date? Use the egg hatch calculator and the weaning age chart.
Related species
- Peach-faced lovebird
- Fischer's & masked lovebird
- Black-cheeked lovebird
- Nyasa Lilian's lovebird
- Cockatiel
- Indian ringneck
- Alexandrine parakeet
- Plum-headed parakeet
Frequently asked questions
How long do Timneh grey eggs take to hatch?
Timneh grey eggs hatch after 26-28 days of incubation.
How many eggs does a Timneh grey lay?
Usually 3-4 eggs per clutch.
When do Timneh grey chicks leave the nest?
Chicks fledge at about 70-80 days old.
When are Timneh grey chicks weaned?
They are weaned and independent at about 90-110 days.
At what age can a Timneh grey breed?
A Timneh grey reaches breeding age at about 24–48 months; pairing earlier is not advised.
What is the Timneh grey breeding season?
Year-round
How do you tell a male Timneh grey from a female?
DNA. CITES Appendix I.
How long does a Timneh grey live?
About 40-50 years with good care.