Indian Peafowl

3 weeks ago door Steven De Maertelaer...

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Spotted

An iconic large pheasant known for the male's iridescent blue plumage and magnificent, elaborate train of elongated upper tail coverts. Females are duller but still attractive.

Where to spot

Native to the Indian subcontinent, found in deciduous forests, agricultural areas, and near human habitation. Also widely introduced globally in parks and zoos.

How to spot

Generally easy to spot, especially in open areas. Listen for their loud, piercing calls. Look for males displaying their fan-like trains, particularly at dawn and dusk or before rain.

When to spot

Active throughout the day, particularly visible during courtship season (April-August) when males display.

Where to spot

Native to the Indian subcontinent, found in deciduous forests, agricultural areas, and near human habitation. Also widely introduced globally in parks and zoos.

How to spot

Generally easy to spot, especially in open areas. Listen for their loud, piercing calls. Look for males displaying their fan-like trains, particularly at dawn and dusk or before rain.

When to spot

Active throughout the day, particularly visible during courtship season (April-August) when males display.

Credits: Wikimedia Commons

Despite its large 'tail,' the male peafowl's display feathers are actually greatly elongated upper tail coverts, not true tail feathers. The actual tail feathers are short and stiff, used to support the train.

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