the Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus) and the Congo peafowl (Pavo muticus). The males of both species are called peacocks, females are peahens, and the babies are peachicks. A group of the birds is ...

The peacock, or Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatus), holds a special ... On the other hand, the female peahen is more reserved in its appearance but is just as crucial in the balance of nature.

Looks are certainly important for the peacock, with his absurdly bright, burdensome train that he shows off to attract a female. Peahens often choose males for the quality of their trains -- the ...

"The peahens tend to choose males with the longest, most colorful tails. It's quite a 'tail show.'" Only the males are peacocks while the females are peahens. But they're both called peafowl.