General Description: Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus) are large, sexually dimorphic birds. Males are brightly colored with iridescent greens and blues, while females wear subdued browns with only a little color. Breeding male has elongated feathers with iridescent "eye" spots. Both genders have a crest.

Taxonomy: Galliformes, Phasianidae, Phasianinae

Favored Habitat: Urban parks.

Where to Find: Around Las Vegas, look for Indian Peafowl in large private yards and at Floyd Lamb State Park.

Comments: Widely introduced throughout the US.