You probably already know that Peacocks are beautiful and highly valuable birds, but there are many interesting things about this bird that not everyone knows. Let’s find out with Paradise Bird.
Listed among the most beautiful and rare birds – Peacocks have a special beauty that comes from the male peacock’s widely spread tail and beautiful brilliant colors. Many people keep peacocks mainly to enjoy their silky feathers and gorgeous long tails. But actually, peacocks have many interesting behaviors in their lives.
How to distinguish peacocks
Peacocks originate from two countries: China and India. These two types of peacocks have similar shapes, but the Chinese peacock has a smaller appearance. And the crest of the feathers on the head of the Chinese bird is like a sickle, while the crest of the feathers of the Indian peacock is spread out like a folding fan.
In the past, many people often thought that the beautiful, spread feathers of the peacock were female. But actually, female peacocks are smaller in size and length than male peacocks, and the female peacock’s feathers are gray-brown. In contrast, adult male peacocks have a body 2.1 m long and a tail up to 1.5 m long. In spring, male birds often spread their tails to show off their beautiful plumage.
Do you know why peacocks spread their tail feathers?
A peacock can live over 20 years. The peacock’s tail feathers are at their most brilliant when they are 5-6 years old. The plumage accounts for up to 60% of the total body weight of the male peacock. The peacock’s legs have spurs that are used to fight with other male peacocks. Peacocks are one of the largest birds in the world.
According to their behavior, peacocks often spread their tails around April and May, this is also their main breeding season. Every time they want to find a mate, the male peacock’s feathers change. They often spread their gorgeous tail feathers and follow the female peacock. They walk and dance to flirt with the female peacock. As the breeding season passes, this feather spreading phenomenon gradually disappears.
Besides, some scientists believe that peacocks spread their feathers to threaten enemies. Therefore, in the zoo, visitors’ costumes and laughter can also stimulate the peacock, leading to vigilance and defensiveness, causing it to spread its feathers to show its power and defense. In the field of feng shui, the peacock symbolizes wealth and brings luck to the homeowner, so it is a pet sought after by many business people.
