peacocks

[dafydd thomas 13]

any of you got experiences relating the housing and keeping of these, what size run would be adequate for a pair? any constructive comments gladly accepted dt

[Capt Boo 2]

Hello Dafydd, this is my first post, so please bear with me... If keeping Peafowl in an aviary, do take into account that they will need to have access to plenty of both sun and shade, but need to be sheltered from winds and draughts. Ideally, the ground should have good drainage, too.When it comes to size of aviary, the bigger the better... the minimum size for a pair can be 4 metres by 4 metres by 2 metres high. Thats for the 'usual' Indian Blue Peafowl. If you want a pair of Green Peafowl, or a trio of Indian Blue, then the aviary needs to be at least 8 metres by 5 metres by 2 metres high. Aviaries should have a shelter at one end, 3 metres by 2.5 would be fine. Covering the floor with sand makes for better drainage and makes cleaning easier. Perches in the aviary need to be 3 to 4 inches thick, any less and it's uncomfortable for the birds. Perches should be about 4ft off the ground. 2 inch by 2 inch mesh should be ideal for the aviary. Feed should be 3 parts mixed corn, 1 part pheasant or turkey pellets. Include plenty of mixed grit. Treats can be cooked pasta or rice, crushed garlic, sultanas, peanuts, salad, cooked vegetables, fruit, peas, etc.

There, that just about covers the basics, hope some if this helps.

All the best, Jonathan.

[dafydd thomas 13]

thank you for youre reply and the constructive information atb dt

[leegreen 2,173]

They are well noisey, don't know what they taste like.

[Tiff 36]

thanks for the good info, I've got chickens and geese and ducks and used to have a turkey, so the next on my wish list is some peafowl of my own!

Edited January 12, 2010 by His Wife