# What to Know Before Buying a Pet Peacock

URL: https://buzzle.com/animals-pets/pet-peacock
Category: Animals & Pets
Published: 2020-12-26T18:27:38
Updated: 2026-08-19T03:32:43
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**Peacocks certainly aren’t a traditional household pet,** but owning one might be more common than you realize. But if you’ve ever considered purchasing one of these beautiful birds for your home, **there are a few essential things to know before buying a pet peacock.** In this post, we’ll share more information about peacocks and how they are as pets. **We’ll also offer tips on how to take care of your pet peacock** and places where you can purchase these [exotic pets](https://buzzle.com/animals-pets/should-people-be-allowed-to-keep-exotic-animals-as-pets).

## Background information about peacocks

Although most people refer to these animals as peacocks, **the proper name for the animals is actually peafowl.** Females are referred to as peahen, while males are known as peacocks. [Collective groups of peafowl](https://pethelpful.com/birds/Am-I-Allowed-to-Keep-a-Pet-Peacock) can be called **a muster, a pride, or a party (among other things).**

## Where to house your pet peacock

Before even considering buying a pet peacock, **you need to ensure that you have enough space for them to roam around.** Peafowl need a good deal of space to explore; **otherwise, they could become stressed by their narrow surroundings.**  Broadly speaking, **bigger is better when it comes to peacock enclosures.** But at minimum, your pet needs to be able to fully extend its train and make turns as it walks around the pen. **Experts advise not to adopt a pet peacock if you live in an urban or suburban area.** Instead, rural zones are best suited to house peafowl. Most owners build a large aviary for their pets to roam, **with an enclosed space to protect them from predators and harsh weather.** **Also, peafowl are known for their loud screeching sounds** -- especially during the spring mating season. It’s another reason why peacocks should ideally live in a rural setting, **so your pet doesn’t annoy your neighbors.** 

## What to feed a pet peacock

Outside of an appropriate enclosure, **you also need to make sure that you can provide your peafowl with the right diet.** Peacocks are omnivores and (fortunately) aren’t overly picky with what they eat. Typically, pet peafowl will consume a diet of **insects, vegetables, grains, and seeds.** In order to help your peacock maintain its gorgeous plumage, they also need to consume a good deal of protein, as well as vitamins and minerals. And as with any other pet, **your pet should always have a fresh bowl of water available to drink from.**

## Where to purchase a pet peacock

As you might anticipate, **you can’t simply walk up to your local pet store and purchase a pet peacock.** Instead, since peacocks are [exotic pets](https://buzzle.com/animals-pets/more-about-exotic-pet-ownership), you’ll need to [contact a local breeder](https://unitedpeafowlassociation.org/breeders/) in your area to acquire one. Breeders can also offer more information about how peafowl fare in your area and **provide tips for keeping them happy and healthy.** As you have gathered, **owning a pet peacock is a serious commitment.** To be fair to your pet (and your neighbors), you should only consider buying one if you can provide **appropriate accommodation and food to keep your peafowl comfortable.** For more pet ownership tips and resources, [**check out the Buzzle blog.**](https://buzzle.com/)