{"id":699366,"date":"2023-12-13T13:14:41","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T07:44:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=699366"},"modified":"2025-01-04T15:28:56","modified_gmt":"2025-01-04T09:58:56","slug":"national-bird-of-india-interesting-facts-about-indian-national-bird","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/","title":{"rendered":"National Bird of India: Interesting Facts about Indian National Bird"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#How_Male_and_female_peacock_differ\" title=\"How Male and female peacock differ\">How Male and female peacock differ<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Peacock_The_National_Bird_Of_India\" title=\"Peacock: The National Bird Of India\">Peacock: The National Bird Of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Why_Peacock_Is_Our_National_Bird\" title=\"Why Peacock Is Our National Bird ?\">Why Peacock Is Our National Bird ?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Characteristics_of_the_Indian_Peafowl\" title=\"Characteristics of the Indian Peafowl\">Characteristics of the Indian Peafowl<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Common_Facts_About_The_National_Bird_of_India\" title=\"Common Facts About The National Bird of India\">Common Facts About The National Bird of India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Image_of_the_National_Bird_of_India\" title=\"Image of the National Bird of India\">Image of the National Bird of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Threats_and_Conservation\" title=\"Threats and Conservation\">Threats and Conservation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Interesting_Facts_About_The_National_Bird_Of_India\" title=\"Interesting Facts About The National Bird Of India\">Interesting Facts About The National Bird Of India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#National_Bird_Of_India_FAQs\" title=\"National Bird Of India FAQs\">National Bird Of India FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#What_is_National_Bird_Day_in_India\" title=\"What is National Bird Day in India?\">What is National Bird Day in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Is_National_Bird_Day_on_5_January_or_12_November\" title=\"Is National Bird Day on 5 January or 12 November?\">Is National Bird Day on 5 January or 12 November?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Why_is_January_5th_special\" title=\"Why is January 5th special?\">Why is January 5th special?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#What_is_the_theme_of_National_Bird_Day\" title=\"What is the theme of National Bird Day?\">What is the theme of National Bird Day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#How_do_you_teach_birds_to_kids\" title=\"How do you teach birds to kids?\">How do you teach birds to kids?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#What_is_the_best_time_to_go_bird_watching\" title=\"What is the best time to go bird watching?\">What is the best time to go bird watching?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Why_is_World_Bird_Day_celebrated\" title=\"Why is World Bird Day celebrated?\">Why is World Bird Day celebrated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#What_are_17_national_symbols_of_India\" title=\"What are 17 national symbols of India?\">What are 17 national symbols of India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#What_is_our_national_animal_and_National_Bird\" title=\"What is our national animal and National Bird?\">What is our national animal and National Bird?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/national-bird-of-india\/#Why_is_Peacock_the_National_Bird_of_India\" title=\"Why is Peacock the National Bird of India?\">Why is Peacock the National Bird of India?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>The national bird of India is the Indian Peafowl, commonly known as the  <b><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/english\/essay\/essay-on-peacock\/\"><span tabindex=\"0\" role=\"tooltip\"><span class=\"c5aZPb\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" data-enable-toggle-animation=\"true\" data-extra-container-classes=\"ZLo7Eb\" data-hover-hide-delay=\"1000\" data-hover-open-delay=\"500\" data-send-open-event=\"true\" data-theme=\"0\" data-width=\"250\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiE0ufByNuKAxWrTmwGHadbNtkQmpgGegQIIBAH\"><span class=\"JPfdse\" data-bubble-link=\"\" data-segment-text=\"Indian peacock\">Indian peacock<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a>, Pavo cristatus <\/b>(scientific name: Pavo cristatus).<\/p>\n<p>The national bird of a country is a designated representative of that country\u2019s fauna. It is chosen on the basis of the unique qualities that the bird may symbolise. It should uphold certain core qualities or values of the nation it belongs to.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Peacock<\/strong>, was declared the national bird of India in 1963 due to its rich religious and cultural significance in Indian traditions. Known for its vibrant plumage and distinctive dance during the mating season, the peacock symbolises grace, beauty, and elegance in Indian folklore.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-699495 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/National-Bird-of-India.jpg\" alt=\"National Bird Picture\" width=\"700\" height=\"391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/National-Bird-of-India.jpg 700w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/National-Bird-of-India-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u201cRashtriya Pakshi&#8221; is the Hindi term for the national bird. In the context of India, the national bird is the Indian Peafowl, commonly known as the peacock (scientific name: Pavo cristatus). The decision to designate the peacock as the national bird was made by the Indian government in 1963.<\/p>\n<p>Peacocks are found all over the Indian region. It has also always been attached to our traditional history. Lord Krishna also depicted the feather of a peacock on his forehead. Peacock is also well recognised by the Indian masses. The government also uses peacock in many of the publications and it also does not coincide with any of the national birds of any other nation.<\/p>\n<p>The Indian Peafowl, or peacock, proudly graces India as its national bird.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Male_and_female_peacock_differ\"><\/span>How Male and female peacock differ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Peacock&#8217;s beautiful shimmering colours made it a favourite amongst the Mughal period art and architectural motifs. This swan-sized bird has a long slender neck, white patch under its eyes and a fan-shaped beautiful array of feathers that are brightly coloured in males as blue and green-bronze feathers. They are a perpetual joy to see, especially when they spread their feathers on a cloudy day just before it rains and dance gracefully to court the females. A crown-shaped crest their head lends them a more exotic look.<\/p>\n<p>However peahens (females) are smaller and are of muddy-brown colour.<br \/>\nThe female peafowl lacks the flamboyant colours altogether. They predominantly have brownish grey colouring, and sometimes have a crest similar to the peacock but brown in colour.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peacock_The_National_Bird_Of_India\"><\/span>Peacock: The National Bird Of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This majestic bird symbolises the nation&#8217;s rich biodiversity and vibrant traditions.<br \/>\nIndian Peacock has earned the glory of being the National Bird of the biggest democracy in the world.<br \/>\nThe peacock holds cultural and religious significance. And, is often associated with deities and considered a symbol of beauty and auspiciousness.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Peacock_Is_Our_National_Bird\"><\/span>Why Peacock Is Our National Bird ?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The peacock was chosen as India&#8217;s national bird for its cultural, religious, and aesthetic significance. In Indian folklore, the peacock is associated with qualities such as grace, beauty, and elegance. Its striking plumage and distinctive dance during the mating season have made it a symbol of vibrant diversity.<\/p>\n<p>The choice also reflects the bird&#8217;s presence in various Indian traditions and its representation of the country&#8217;s rich natural heritage. The decision to designate the peacock as the national bird was made in 1963 by the Indian government.<\/p>\n<p>The Indian Peafowl, or peacock, was declared the national <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/topics\/birds-name\/\">bird<\/a><\/strong> of India by the Indian government. This declaration was made in 1963.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics_of_the_Indian_Peafowl\"><\/span>Characteristics of the Indian Peafowl<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The male peafowl, known as a peacock, is known for its vibrant and elaborate plumage, while the female, called a peahen, has a more subdued appearance. The peacock&#8217;s distinctive dance is a part of its courtship display.<\/p>\n<p>Peacocks are sometimes domesticated and kept in the garden for aesthetic purposes.<\/p>\n<p>Peacocks are found throughout India, especially on the south and east of the Indus River and is protected under the Indian Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. It is a crime to poach the national bird in India and is strictly prohibited.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Facts_About_The_National_Bird_of_India\"><\/span>Common Facts About The National Bird of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Indian peafowls do not have any specific breeding season and mating is generally dependent on rain. In south India, they mate during January to March, while in northern parts of the country they mate during late July to September.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> Pavo cristatus<\/li>\n<li><strong>Adopted in:<\/strong> 1963<\/li>\n<li><strong>Habitat:<\/strong> Grasslands, forests, near human habitats<\/li>\n<li><strong>Found in:<\/strong> Indigenous to India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Sri Lanka but has been introduced all over the world<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eating Habits:<\/strong> Omnivorous<\/li>\n<li><strong>Average weight:<\/strong> Male \u2013 5 Kg; Female \u2013 3.5 Kg<\/li>\n<li><strong>Average Length:<\/strong> Male \u2013 1.95 to 2.25 m; Female -upto 0.95 m<\/li>\n<li><strong>Average Wingspan:<\/strong> 1.8 m<\/li>\n<li><strong>Average Lifespan:<\/strong> 15-20 years in wild<\/li>\n<li><strong>Average Speed:<\/strong>13 km\/h<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Image_of_the_National_Bird_of_India\"><\/span>Image of the National Bird of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">  <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-699494 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Indian-Peacock.jpg\" alt=\"Indian Peacock\" width=\"750\" height=\"391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Indian-Peacock.jpg 750w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Indian-Peacock-300x156.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Threats_and_Conservation\"><\/span>Threats and Conservation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Threats towards the Indian peafowl arise due to the demand for the beautiful feathers to be used for decorative purposes. They are hunted and killed by poachers<br \/>\nHunting of the national bird is illegal.<br \/>\nIn India, the peacock is legally protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, which prohibits hunting or capturing them without proper authorization.<\/p>\n<p>While the Indian Peafowl is not currently endangered, conservation efforts are crucial to protect its natural habitats and ensure its continued presence in the wild.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interesting_Facts_About_The_National_Bird_Of_India\"><\/span>Interesting Facts About The National Bird Of India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Peacocks take years to develop colourful tail feathers. It takes three years for their colourful feathers to develop.<\/li>\n<li>They are the national bird of India.<\/li>\n<li>Peacocks have been symbolic throughout history.<\/li>\n<li>Their normal name is peafowl.<\/li>\n<li>Peacocks can be fully white.<\/li>\n<li>Their feathers are also used as reflectors.<\/li>\n<li>They are found in south asia and introduced in other regions.<\/li>\n<li>Only males are actually called \u201dpeacocks\u201d. Females are \u201cpeahens\u201d and babies are \u201cpeachicks\u201d. Collectively they are called \u201cpeafowl\u201d.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Bird_Of_India_FAQs\"><\/span>National Bird Of India FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_National_Bird_Day_in_India\"><\/span>What is National Bird Day in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNational Bird Day is not officially celebrated in India but globally observed on January 5 to raise awareness about bird conservation.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_National_Bird_Day_on_5_January_or_12_November\"><\/span>Is National Bird Day on 5 January or 12 November?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNational Bird Day is on January 5, while November 12 is not linked to this day.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_January_5th_special\"><\/span>Why is January 5th special?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tJanuary 5th is special as it encourages people to protect and admire birds around the world.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_theme_of_National_Bird_Day\"><\/span>What is the theme of National Bird Day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe theme varies each year but focuses on bird conservation and awareness about their habitats.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_teach_birds_to_kids\"><\/span>How do you teach birds to kids?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tTeach kids about birds with fun activities like bird watching, drawing, or reading stories about them.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_time_to_go_bird_watching\"><\/span>What is the best time to go bird watching?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe best time is early morning when birds are most active and easy to spot.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_World_Bird_Day_celebrated\"><\/span>Why is World Bird Day celebrated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWorld Bird Day is celebrated to promote bird protection and spread awareness about endangered species.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_17_national_symbols_of_India\"><\/span>What are 17 national symbols of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIndia has symbols like the Peacock (National Bird), Tiger (National Animal), Lotus (National Flower), and others representing its heritage.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_our_national_animal_and_National_Bird\"><\/span>What is our national animal and National Bird?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIndia's National Animal is the Tiger, and the National Bird is the Peacock.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Peacock_the_National_Bird_of_India\"><\/span>Why is Peacock the National Bird of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe Peacock symbolizes beauty, grace, and cultural significance, making it India's National 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