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Indian Peafowl:  

UK Status: Non resident, introduced to zoos, parks and private estates. a native to India which has been introduced to many countries for it's beautiful showy appearance.

Habitat: This bird is a member of the Pheasant family, and as such is found in similar dry habitats. It feeds on the open forest floor, agricultural land, grassy meadows and various other places. They feed mainly on berries and grain, but will prey on small creatures such as frogs and lizards.

Breeding: Peafowl are not monogamous, and Lek like other members of this genus, females choosing their partner by the potency of his courtship display. Nests are scrapes in the ground, lined with sticks and leaves. There is between four to eight whitish to buff eggs in a single clutch. Eggs take nearly a month to hatch, and only the female incubates the eggs. When hatched the chicks are able to walk and run, and follow the mother around.

Comment: These birds are also commonly known as Common Peafowl, and Blue Peafowl. Males are referred to as Peacocks, and the females as Peahens. There is a scarce all white variant of this species, this variant occurs in the wild, but more commonly in captivity using selective breeding.