What kind of habitat do peacocks live in?

The air is sticky with the nearness of the river and the coming rains.Dead leaves come back to the baked soil.There's a loud scream and insect murmurs go silent.A murder?An ape?Nope.It's a bird.

The blue Indian peacock has a unique claim to fame, according to legend, as his magnificent arcs of 3-foot tail feathers in gleaming metallic colorts, each topped by a brilliant eyespot placed there.The white peacock is a genetic variation that occurs in the Indian blue.The green peacock, a brilliant green who comes from Java, is rare.The peacock is not as colorful as his relatives.Very little is known about him.

Peafowl like warm climates.An open tropical forest with trees for roosting is their ideal habitat.Near all-season water sources are where they usually settle.They like living close to vegetable gardens and fruit orchards, but not too close.

A minimum of 80 square feet per bird is required to keep a muster of peafowl in an enclosed space.

The enclosure should have bushes and shrubbery to hide.It should be protected from digging by underground fencing and from climbing by high fencing.A covered top and an electric wire barrier could be used to deter large invaders.

In order for the birds to retire from rain or snow, there needs to be a covered area.Provide an insulated or heated space if the climate requires it.

The roosting area for the birds should be in the captive habitat.They roost in the trees so they need elevated perches to sleep on.Metal might freeze their feet in the winter.

Peahens nest on the ground in the wild, but in captivity they will use a communal box if you provide one; remove eggs daily to encourage its use.

Peafowl only drink once a day in the wild, but they need access to fresh water all the time.They can drink from a well-secured bucket.

An appropriate menu for a captive would include a grain mix formulated for game birds, or a commercial turkey food, mixed with fresh fruits and vegetables, insects such as crickets or mealworms, and a supplement mixture.Dog food can be offered for a special treat.