Green Peafowl
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Green Peafowl
Pavo muticus
The Green Peafowl is another amazing bird with shining green feathers. They are less common than the Indian Peafowl and are known for their unique colors.
Habitat: Tropical forests
Appearance
The Green Peafowl is a large, striking bird with iridescent green-bronze body plumage and a tall, pointed crest. Males have an impressively long tail 'train' adorned with metallic blue-green 'eyespot' feathers, distinct from the rounder crest and bluer body of its Indian cousin.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderGalliformesFamilyPhasianidaeGenusPavo
Category
BirdsRarity
Rare
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
A group of peafowl is called a "party" or a "pride"!
Despite their size, they often roost high in trees at night to stay safe.
Peafowl can 'sing' to each other, making up to 11 different kinds of calls!
Young peafowl chicks can walk and feed themselves almost immediately after hatching.
Special abilities
Ability
Display Maestro
Green Peafowl can unfurl their huge tail train into a dazzling fan to attract mates because of its specialized, elongated feathers.
Ability
Loud Lookout
Green Peafowl has powerful, piercing calls that help them communicate across long distances in dense forests.
Ability
Forest Phantom
Green Peafowl can blend surprisingly well into dense undergrowth because of their iridescent green and brown feathers.
Ability
Quick Dash
Green Peafowl has strong legs and short, powerful wings that help them run fast and make quick, short flights to escape danger.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 100-300 cm
- Wingspan
- 130-160 cm
- Weight
- 1-5 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-25 years
- Top Speed
- 45 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 3-6
- Incubation
- 26-28 days
Diet & Feeding
These omnivores munch on seeds, berries, insects, and even small critters found on the forest floor.
Primary Foods
- Seeds
- Berries
- Insects
- Small reptiles
- Frogs
- Grasses
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Tiger
Panthera tigris
Tigers are major predators, preying on peafowl.
eaten by
Indian Rock Python
Python molurus
Large pythons are known to prey on adult peafowl.
eats
Rice
Oryza sativa
Forages for fallen grains in rice paddies.
eats
Banyan Tree
Ficus benghalensis
Consumes fruits and seeds dropped by fig trees.
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Feathered
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Singing
Singing animals produce complex vocalizations, often for purposes of attracting mates, defending territory, or communicating within their species.
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Rainforest
This habitat trait refers to species found in tropical rainforests, characterized by high annual rainfall, high biodiversity, and dense tree cover.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Also known as
Java Peafowl
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Watch quietly from a distance and never try to feed or chase wild animals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Green Peafowl?
100-300 cm
What is Green Peafowl's wingspan?
130-160 cm
How much does Green Peafowl weigh?
1-5 kg
How long does Green Peafowl live?
10-25 years
How fast can Green Peafowl move?
45 km/h
What does Green Peafowl eat?
These omnivores munch on seeds, berries, insects, and even small critters found on the forest floor.
Where is Green Peafowl usually found?
Tropical forests
How does Green Peafowl hunt?
Foraging
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