Nature

8 Birds That Can Talk And Sing And Where To Find Them

From African Greys to Hill Mynas, discover 8 fascinating birds that can mimic human speech and sing tunes with striking clarity. Learn about their origins, vocal abilities, and where you can find or observe these talking, singing wonders

OT Staff

21 July 2025

An Indian Ringneck Parakeet flapping mid-air Photo: ARABI/Wikimedia Commons

African Grey Parrot – Central & West Africa

Known for exceptional intelligence and a vocabulary of over 1,000 words, the African Grey can mimic voices and sing melodies. Found in African rainforests, it thrives in mentally stimulating environments.