Peafowls

Peafowls
Scientific name	Pavo cristatus
Lifespan	10 – 25 years
Diet	Omnivorous
Weight	Male: 4 – 6 kg Female: 2.8 – 4 kg
Height	3 to 4 feet long and their tail can be 5 feet long
Length	Male: 100 – 120 cm Female: 95 cm
Conservation	Least Concern

Peafowls are birds that appear in The Lion Guard universe.

Appearance

Indian peafowls are among the largest of all birds that fly. Male peafowls are called peacocks. They have beautiful tail feathers that are green, orange, dark blue, and light blue. Their necks are black. They have a crest on its head. Female peafowl are called peahen are more drab than their male counterparts, with mostly brown on their back with a white belly. Females don't have long tail feathers, but they do have a crest on their head and green neck feathers.

Information

Peafowls live in forests and farmlands. They can also be found in bushlands and rainforests. Many will nest on the ground while some will roost in trees. Peafowls eat flower petals, seeds, ants, termites, ticks, and locusts. They also eat small reptiles such as young cobras, arthropods, and amphibians. Male peafowls (peacocks) expand their tail feathers to attract females (peahens) in order to find potential mates.

History

The Harmattan

Peafowls appear during the song "The Tree of Life".

Notable Peafowls in The Lion Guard

• Peacock Leader
• Peacock Leader's Pride