Exotic Bird Prices in the UAE 2026 — Live AED Pricing | Dubai Birds

Quick answer

Exotic bird and parrot prices in the UAE in 2026 range from approximately AED 300 for budgerigars to AED 130,000 for premium hand-raised macaws, depending on species, age, and whether the bird is captive-bred and CITES-documented. African Greys are mid-to-high tier in our Dubai catalogue, hand-raised cockatoos for AED 4,500 to AED 27,000, and conures for AED 1,650 to AED 1,900. Cockatiels start at around AED 700 and lovebirds are similarly priced for beginners. Wild-caught birds are illegal in the UAE under Federal Law 11/2002 — every legitimate sale should include a CITES Release Certificate or Certificate of Ownership from MOCCAE, plus a veterinary health check. Prices vary based on age (younger hand-raised birds are typically priced higher), colour mutation, training level, and accessories included. All prices listed are in UAE Dirhams (AED) and pulled from our live catalogue.

Price ranges by species (live data)

This table reflects current prices for hand-raised, CITES-documented birds at Dubai Birds. All prices include full paperwork, a pre-sale veterinary check, and lifetime advisory support. Cage and accessories are sold separately. Click any species to view live listings.

Species	CITES status	Price range (AED)	Suitability
Budgerigar (Budgie / Parakeet)	Not CITES-listed	Currently unavailable — contact us for waiting list	Beginner
Lovebird	Appendix II (most species)	Currently unavailable — contact us for waiting list	Beginner
Cockatiel	Not CITES-listed	AED 700	Beginner
Canary	Not CITES-listed	AED 300 – AED 450	Beginner
Indian Ring Neck Parakeet	Appendix III (some)	AED 1,800 – AED 4,000	Beginner / Intermediate
Sun Conure	Appendix II	AED 1,900	Intermediate
Green-Cheeked Conure	Appendix II	AED 1,650	Intermediate
Caique	Appendix II	AED 4,500 – AED 7,000	Intermediate
Senegal Parrot	Appendix II	Currently unavailable — contact us for waiting list	Intermediate
African Grey (Congo)·Care guide	Appendix I	Currently unavailable — contact us for waiting list	Advanced
African Grey (Timneh)·Care guide	Appendix I	Currently unavailable — contact us for waiting list	Advanced
Eclectus Parrot	Appendix II	Currently unavailable — contact us for waiting list	Advanced
Galah / Rose-Breasted Cockatoo·Care guide	Appendix II	AED 4,500	Advanced
Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo·Care guide	Appendix I (some subspecies)	AED 9,500	Advanced
Umbrella Cockatoo·Care guide	Appendix I	AED 13,500	Advanced
Moluccan Cockatoo·Care guide	Appendix I	AED 27,000	Advanced
Blue-and-Gold Macaw·Care guide	Appendix I	AED 8,500	Expert
Green-Winged Macaw·Care guide	Appendix I	AED 20,000	Expert
Scarlet Macaw·Care guide	Appendix I	AED 25,000	Expert
Hyacinth Macaw·Care guide	Appendix I	AED 130,000	Expert

Where a species shows “currently unavailable”, we’re between batches — WhatsApp us to join the waiting list.

What affects the price of a bird in the UAE?

Age and weaning status. Hand-raised birds that are fully weaned and socialised are typically priced higher than older or unweaned birds. A fully weaned hand-raised African Grey will sell for more than an unweaned chick because the buyer skips the high-risk hand-feeding stage.
Colour mutation. Standard-colour budgerigars cost a fraction of rare colour mutations. Lutino, albino, pied, and rare mutations across many species can multiply the base price.
Training level. Birds that already speak basic words, step up on command, or have specific socialisation training are priced higher. This is most relevant for African Greys, Amazons, and macaws.
CITES status and provenance. Appendix I species (African Greys, macaws, most cockatoos) are inherently more expensive due to the regulated, captive-bred-only supply chain. Wild-caught birds, even if available illegally elsewhere, are not part of legitimate UAE pricing — see our UAE bird laws guide.
Health certification. A bird with a complete vet check, vaccination history (where applicable), and a microchip or closed leg ring is priced higher than an unvetted bird because the buyer is paying for documented health, not just the animal.
Accessories included. Some sales bundle a starter cage, food, perches, and toys. Others price the bird alone and sell accessories separately. Always confirm what’s included.

What’s included in every Dubai Birds price

Every bird we sell includes:

· Full CITES paperwork transferred to your name (Release Certificate or Certificate of Ownership)
· Pre-sale veterinary health check by a licensed avian vet
· Health status report documenting condition, diet, and care history at time of sale
· Lifetime advisory support by WhatsApp or call from Hamza and the team — first-week adjustment is the most common topic
· Identification — closed leg ring or microchip where applicable
· Sourcing transparency — we tell you which breeder or licensed supplier the bird came from

Cages, food, perches, toys, and other accessories are priced separately. We can advise on the right setup for your chosen species.

Price ranges in context — what beginners often misunderstand

The bird is the cheapest part of ownership. A hand-raised cockatiel needs a cage that costs roughly the same as the bird itself, food at around 80–120 AED/month, an annual avian vet check, plus toys and replacement perches. The lifetime cost is many multiples of the purchase price. We tell first-time buyers this up front because we’d rather you delay a year and start prepared than rush in and struggle.

Cheap birds are usually the most expensive over time. If someone is offering a macaw on social media at half our price with no paperwork, the savings disappear the first time you can’t get a vet to treat the bird, can’t take it to a boarding facility, or face confiscation under Federal Law 11/2002. Legitimate sourcing is the whole point.

Wild-caught is illegal — and birds are unhappy. Wild-caught parrots in captivity have shorter lives, more stress, and higher mortality than hand-raised birds. They also cannot be legally traded in the UAE. Avoid any seller who can’t or won’t produce CITES paperwork.

Price comparisons across the GCC

Prices in the UAE are broadly in line with the rest of the Gulf for legally sourced, captive-bred birds. Prices in the wider region:

· Saudi Arabia: similar range for CITES-documented birds, larger informal market
· Qatar: slightly higher pricing on premium species due to lower import volumes
· Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman: similar to UAE for documented birds

Cross-border purchases require additional CITES export and import permits and a UAE import permit through MOCCAE. We do not generally recommend importing privately — the cost of permits, transport, quarantine, and stress on the bird usually exceeds the price difference.

Frequently asked questions about bird prices in the UAE

How much does an African Grey parrot cost in Dubai?

African Greys at Dubai Birds vary by age, training, and Congo vs Timneh. Contact us for the current range. All come with full CITES Appendix I paperwork. Suspiciously low prices anywhere in the UAE are a strong signal of an undocumented or wild-caught bird.

What is the cheapest exotic bird I can legally own in the UAE?

cockatiels from AED 700. These species are excellent for first-time bird owners and are not CITES-listed (or only Appendix II for lovebirds), simplifying paperwork.

Why are macaws so expensive?

Macaws are CITES Appendix I, meaning every legally traded bird must come from a CITES-registered captive-breeding facility. The supply chain is small, regulated, and slow — combined with a 60–80 year lifespan and complex care needs. Hand-raised macaws at Dubai Birds range from AED 8,500 for Blue-and-Gold up to AED 130,000 for Hyacinth.

Do prices include the cage?

No. Cages, perches, food, and toys are priced separately. We can quote a complete starter setup for your chosen species — the right cage for an African Grey is different from one suitable for a cockatiel.

Why is a hand-raised bird more expensive than an older one?

Hand-raised birds are bottle-fed and socialised by humans from a young age, making them calmer, more bonded, and easier to train. The breeder invests significant time per bird, which is reflected in price. Older birds that have been re-homed or were not hand-raised typically cost less but are usually less suitable for first-time owners.

Are payment plans available?

We accept full payment by card or bank transfer. For higher-value birds (premium macaws, hand-raised African Greys), we can discuss reservation deposits. We do not offer instalment financing on living animals as a matter of welfare policy — we prefer buyers who can comfortably afford the bird and its first-year care.

Do prices change seasonally?

Yes. Availability of certain species fluctuates with breeding seasons in source countries. Hand-raised African Grey and macaw chicks are more available in certain windows of the year, and prices may shift accordingly. The table on this page reflects our live catalogue.

Can I get a discount if I buy two birds together?

In some cases, particularly for species that benefit from companionship (lovebirds, budgerigars, conures), pair pricing is available. WhatsApp us with the species you're considering for current pair pricing.

What's the most expensive bird you've sold?

Hyacinth Macaws and rare colour-mutation African Greys are typically the highest-value birds in our catalogue, regularly above AED 100,000. These are special-order in most cases and require waiting periods.

Are the prices on this page negotiable?

Our published prices reflect the cost of legitimate sourcing, full paperwork, vet checks, and aftercare support. We do not discount on the bird itself. We can be flexible on bundled accessory packages.

How to buy — the steps after you choose a price range

1Browse our shop: dubaibirds.ae/shop-birds
2Visit our Warsan 3 facility by appointment to meet the bird before deciding (recommended for first-time buyers)
3WhatsApp us at +971 56 297 7042 with the species you’re considering — we’ll share current availability, exact prices, and answer questions
4Confirm purchase with full paperwork transfer at point of sale
5Delivery to Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Al Ain, and Ras Al Khaimah using ventilated, climate-controlled carriers — see shipping & delivery

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