MERAK INDIA
PAVO CRISTATUS
The Indian Peafowl, scientifically known as Pavo cristatus, is a majestic and iconic bird native to the Indian subcontinent. The male Indian Peafowl has a stunning iridescent blue-green crest on its head, a metallic blue body, and a train of elongated upper-tail covert feathers adorned with colorful “eye” markings. The female being primarily brown with a shorter crest.
INDIAN PEAFOWL
PAVO CRISTATUS
The Indian Peafowl, scientifically known as Pavo cristatus, is a majestic and iconic bird native to the Indian subcontinent. The male Indian Peafowl has a stunning iridescent blue-green crest on its head, a metallic blue body, and a train of elongated upper-tail covert feathers adorned with colorful “eye” markings. The female being primarily brown with a shorter crest.
Breeding:
Incubation period – 30 days
Total Eggs – 4-8 eggs
Lifespan:
15-30 Years.
Distribution:
India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and Pakistan.
Habitat:
Open forests and Scrublands.
Diet:
Fruits, Seeds and Insects.
