Zoo Animals

The peacock, the male of the peafowl species, is renowned for its dazzling plumage. Native to South Asia, peacocks are often associated with beauty and elegance in art, literature, and culture. Their iridescent tail feathers, adorned with "eye" patterns, are used during courtship displays to attract females.

Peafowls are ground-dwelling birds that forage for seeds, insects, and small reptiles. While males are famous for their vibrant tails, females, known as peahens, have more subdued brown and green plumage, providing better camouflage while nesting.

Peacocks are often kept in gardens and parks as ornamental birds, but they also play an ecological role in controlling insect populations. Conservation efforts focus on preserving their natural habitats and preventing illegal hunting to protect these magnificent birds for future generations.