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A rare peacock with white feathers, caused by a genetic condition called leucism, was rescued in Coimbatore on November 16, 2024
The peacock, suffering from a leg injury, was rescued by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department and the NGO TREE after being chased by stray dogs.
Peacock
Peafowl is the collective term for peacocks, with the male called a peacock and the female a peahen.
The Indian peacock (Pavo cristatus) is the National Bird of India, belongs to the Phasianidae family.
This family also includes pheasants, quails, partridges, and jungle fowl.
Species of Peafowl:
Indian (Blue) Peacock: Native to India and Sri Lanka.
Green (Javanese) Peacock: Found from Myanmar to Java.
Protection Status:
IUCN: Listed as Least Concern.
Wildlife Protection Act, 1972: Schedule I
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) : Appendix III
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