Key Information
Peacocks
| Species | 3 species |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Length | 40 to 90 inches |
| Weight | 9 to 11.5 lb |
| Wingspan | 31 to 63 inches |
| Lifespan | 15 years (in wild) |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern |
| Classification | Aves > Galliformes > Phasianidae > Pavo |
| Habitat | Lowlands to highlands, open terrain to forests |
Learning Point
- A peacock is a type of bird (also known as peahens) known for its incredible beauty, especially the males, who are called peacocks. They have a long train of bright, colorful feathers that they can fan out like a giant showy screen to attract a female, who is called a peahen. Peahens are much plainer, with mostly brown and green feathers that help them blend in with their surroundings to stay safe. They are omnivores, which means they eat both plants and animals, like seeds, fruits, insects, and even small snakes.
Project
- Draw a picture of a peacock and a peahen.
- Overview
- Feather
- Train Rattling
Location
| Places (Indian Peacock) | India |
Fun Facts
- The colorful boy bird is a peacock, and the plainer girl bird is a peahen.
- A peacock’s beautiful, long feathers are actually called a train, which grows from its back, not its tail.
- Peacocks can make a very loud, high-pitched call that can be heard far away, especially in the mornings and evenings.
- Even with their huge trains, they can fly for short distances, and they often fly up into trees to sleep at night to stay safe from predators.
- A peacock fans out its bright feathers to attract a peahen and to show her how big and healthy he is.
Past Lessons
| 182 | September 10, 2025 | (North America) |