Indian Peafowl

Pavo cristatus

Least Concern

The Indian Peafowl is a ground-dwelling gamebird of the Indian subcontinent. It walks, scratches, and dust-bathes through cover for seeds, shoots, berries, insects, and other small food. Many rely on camouflage, short explosive flight, and seasonal displays by males.

Family

Phasianidae

Group

Grouse, Quail, and Allies

Range

Indian Peafowl Range — Resident or seasonal range in the Indian subcontinent

Population

≈ 1M–5M

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