The order Galliformes includes yet another family - the Phasianidae family, with its magnificent peacock. Peacocks come from India and Ceylon, where they still flourish, being a symbol of the Krishna god. Peacocks are believed to be sacred and as such enjoy safety from hunters. People also appreciate their passion for hunting and eating young cobras which naturally keeps venomous snakes away. It is commonly known that places where peacocks live are safe from snakes.
Peacocks are famous for the shimmering play of colours in a male bird's feathers.
The elaborate plumage display is intended to attract short-tailed females of quite an ordinary appearance. Peacocks nest on the ground, on trees, and even on roofs. Females normally lay 4-7 eggs and incubate them for a month. Natalia Rudneva , Alexei Grif.