Peacock is a national bird of India and has many cultural values. “Peacock” is a general term that refers to birds of both sexes. Technically, peacocks refer to the male birds, and peahens refer to female birds, collectively they are called peafowls. Peacocks are generally ground-dwelling birds and commonly found in farmlands and forests. Peacocks are one of the most beautiful creatures on earth. The presence of huge tail and distinctive patterns on feathers makes them more fascinating. Peacocks also have a very distinct eye pattern. Beautiful and colourful tails are characteristic of male peafowl. On the other hand feathers of female peafowl are somewhat brown or grey. This striking colour combination differentiates male and female fowls. The large train is used in mating rituals. Tail feathers have eye-like spots surrounded with green, blue feathers. A peacock can flaunt up to 200 feathers on its tail at a time. Despite their heavyweight and long train, peacock manages to fly. But they only cover short distances. Peacock feathers are called trains. Peacocks are not born with fancy tail feathers. The process of growing their feathers only starts after the age of three. Peacocks are omnivorous birds. They feed on fruits, seeds, flowers, leaves, insects, ants, butterflies, etc. Grains are the most common food of peacock as they are ground-dwelling birds.