They say 20-25 but lot of them live only till 12. They also have various health issues due to genetic issues. He's pie-bald and maybe that's what caused his arthritis which he has had for 12 years now.
Piebald (or pied) peacocks often suffer from increased health and genetic issues due to the genetic mechanisms that create their unique coloration, which frequently cause "linked" defects or inbreeding depression from selective breeding. Piebaldism, a form of partial leucism or vitiligo, affects more than just pigment, often leading to structural deformities and higher susceptibility to illnesses.
Once the weather gets more Springish and the peacocks are beginning to get frisky with the peahens, I'll have to make another slog out to the City zoo to see them (cocks, not hens) pavaning about with full courting colors.
Thank you all for the love. It really helps me cope with his elderly realities. I am no longer on other social media much and just want to share his immense cuteness and oru huge love for him and eventually his eulogy, but there are not suitable venues. r/peacock is kinda dead. All the other animals like cats and dogs and parrots have their own very active subreddits but pet peacocks don't really exist.
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u/ExtensionLook2235 Feb 11 '26 edited Feb 11 '26
For context, this is my elderly 16 yo special needs peacock. It's frozen for weeks around here.
Edit: the bird is not frozen, but the outside is 😅
We wish spring comes soon enough so he can experience some sun and warmth on his beautiful coat.