Differences - Timneh & Congo

[Joolesgreyuk]

Does anyone know if there are any differences in the behaviour between these AG's? Is one a better talker than the other or one more prone to illnesses or behavioural problems? Also does anyone on here have both and prefer one to the other?

 

I have to say that before I found this forum I thought that the congo was the AG because this is the only type widely available in the UK.

[judygram]

In my opinion the only real differences in the Cags versus Tags are the outside appearances, Tags are smaller, have a bone colored beak and a maroon tail, whereas the Cags are larger, have a black beak and a bright red tail. Maybe there are more subtle differences in personality but not much, maybe some of the more knowledgeable members will chime in with their two cents worth.

 

I prefer my Cag but then if I had gotten a Tag then I would probably prefer it but the Cag was more readily available when I was looking.

[Tycos_mom]

I think the Timmnah is less likely to pluck than the Congo the Timnah is also smaller. AS far as taling ability or intelligence I don't think there is any difference. It really depends on what you prefer if you want a smaller bird or a bigger bird.

[SamsDad]

I owned a Timneh for 20 years and now own a Congo - although just for 2 weeks. So far the two seem VERY similar. I was curious to see how the two types compared and its been pretty amazing so far. My Congo is just a bigger - and louder - version of my Timneh.

 

I'm sure others out there might have more experience with both birds.

 

Tom