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Pavo

genus of birds

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Pavo is a genus of large, colorful birds that includes the peacocks found in Asia, known for their striking iridescent plumage and elaborate tail displays. These birds are scientifically important for understanding bird evolution and behavior, and have cultural significance across many human societies.

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Species

Wild Turkey

Pavo

GENUS

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderGalliformes
FamilyPhasianidae

Observations186,102

Observations recorded674,825

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Image: Green Peafowl - Baluran NP - East Java MG 7995 (29726908551).jpg

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Commons category: Pavo
taxon name: Pavo
Commons gallery: Pavo
taxon common name: pav

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A leucistic Indian peacock in display

Pavo is a genus of two Asiatic species in the tribe Pavonini. The two species, along with the Congo peafowl of Africa, are commonly referred to as "peafowl".