The India Blue peafowl are native to India, and are
the peafowl from which the Black-shouldered and White
peafowl have mutated. During breeding season, the Blue
peacock's displayed, rustling train is a fascinating sight.
He spreads his train to attract the peahen, although she may
sometimes not even notice. In contrast to the beautiful colors of the Blue
peacock, the Blue peahen lacks bright coloration, which
helps conceal her from predators when she is allowed to
incubate her own eggs.
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If the Blue peafowl are raised on a farm or
estate, they may be turned loose to roam at free will. Even
though they may be allowed to roam, a penned area is needed
prior to their being turned free, to acclimate the birds to
their surroundings. Also, they may need to be penned during breeding
season. A shelter should be provided in the penned area for
extreme weather conditions. Each pair of peafowl should have
a minimum penned area of 400 square feet. It is possible to
mix a pair of pheasants, such as the relatively small and
colorful Red Goldens or Lady Amhersts, in this same area
with the pair of Blue peafowl. Teaching the peafowl to eat in the above mentioned
penned area will allow, at a later time, easy catching of
the birds if necessary. Throughout breeding season, the Blue peacock can be
heard making a loud call. This call is also used in response
to noises he may hear, such as dogs barking loudly.
Sold Out! We are looking forward to the 2005 breeding
season!