Indian or Blue Peafowl (Pavo cristatus). Peacock or male displaying. Side view showing supportive function of true tail of train

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Indian or Blue Peafowl (Pavo cristata). Peacock or male, displaying, showing drooping primary feathers on the wings, downy plumage covering hidden tail with true tail feathers supporting erected train feathers.

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Size: 3561px × 5341px
Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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