All About Peacocks
In All About Peacocks, host Ferne Corrigan meets one of nature’s flashiest show-offs: the peacock! With over 150 colorful tail feathers, the male birds love to strut and fan out their feathers to impress peahens. These social birds love munching on grains, seeds, and even insects, and while they can fly, they only stay in the air for short bursts because of their size. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
Lesson Express
Q: Why do peacocks spend most of their time on the ground, even though they can fly?
A: Peacocks are very large birds, which makes it hard for them to stay in the air for long. They can fly short distances, like up into trees for safety, but their size and long feathers make it easier for them to live mostly on the ground.
Q: Why do peacocks have such bright and colorful feathers?
A: Peacocks have colorful feathers to attract female peahens. The bright colors help them stand out, especially when they fan out their tails to impress others.
Q: What might happen if peacocks didn't have access to seeds, fruits, or insects in their environment?
A: Without these foods, peacocks wouldn’t have enough nutrients to stay healthy, and they might get sick or weak. They need these foods for energy, especially since they are large birds that need lots of energy to grow their feathers.