Overview
The White Peafowl is a color variation of the Indian Blue Peafowl, resulting from a genetic mutation that causes leucism. It is not an albino, as evidenced by its blue eyes and the complete absence of color in its plumage, rather than a lack of melanin. This distinctive appearance has been noted for some time among peafowl populations.
Over time, individuals exhibiting this white plumage were selectively bred to establish a consistent strain. Today, the White Peafowl is widely recognized and is among the most popular peafowl varieties kept in captivity, valued for its striking and elegant aesthetic in various settings.
Origins
Tracing back to Mutation, the White Peafowl earned its place in the lineage of peafowl through generations of selection — a slow conversation between climate, husbandry, and human eye. Leucistic Indian Blue — pure white with blue eyes.
Temperament
Custodians describe the White Peafowl as generally calm, but can exhibit territorial behavior..
Conservation
Current status: Not formally tracked, widely kept in captivity · rarity tier Common. Working populations remain in the hands of a small global network — 0+ of them keep programmes on Best of Breed alone.
White Peafowl, in photographs.
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