Peafowl Green behavior

Many people are familiar with the lovely sight of a peacock's brilliant tail gracing the grounds of their local zoo or animal park. It is possible to keep your own peafowl in many areas; the Java Green Peafowl is one variety of these lovely birds which may flourish in captivity.

Although they are exquisitely beautiful, Java Green Peafowl may not be the correct bird for everyone. The lovely males may be aggressive toward their keepers, and these animals require a lot of space because of their large size. Also, they will live for about 45 years so you must be prepared for a long-term commitment to them. You will need a large enclosure in which to keep your Java Green Peafowl, so that they may spread their tails sufficiently, about six feet in height and eight feet square. They are fairly hardy, although in colder climates they will need to be protected from extremely cold weather. In colder climates, flat perches are a good idea for these birds and may aid in keeping their toes from becoming frostbitten! Java Green Peafowl will do well with perches all around their enclosure, and the aviary should have a sturdy mesh top since these birds are such strong fliers. In the winter, the amount of shelled corn may be increased in order to help the birds stay warm. Dog chow from time to time is a good source of protein and makes a fine treat for the Java Green Peafowl. In the wild, Java Green Peafowl perch in low trees and call loudly in the morning and evening hours.