The main reason why peacocks open their tails is to court a mate. This behavior is the result of sex hormones secreted by the animal's own gonads. Another aspect of the peacock's spreading of its tail is to protect itself. Its many approximately circular "eye spots" can scare away enemies. It is also possible that the peacock is frightened, so it will open its tail and be alert.

1. How peacocks spread their wings

1. Courtship

Spring is the season when peacocks lay eggs and reproduce, and most male peacocks will spread their colorful wings. , a brightly colored tail screen, and constantly performs various graceful dance movements to show off its beauty to the female peacock, thereby attracting the female peacock's attention. After the male peacock's courtship is successful, he will mate with the female peacock. Peacocks lay eggs and raise their chicks together.

2. Protect yourself

On the large tail screen of a peacock, you can generally see five-color gold and green lines, with many approximately circular "eye-shaped spots" scattered among them. This kind of pattern is composed of blue, purple, brown, yellow, red and other colors from the inside to the outside. If it encounters an enemy and has no time to escape, the peacock will suddenly open its tail, then shake it to make a rustling sound. The eye-like spots will start to move randomly, and the enemy will be afraid of this "multi-eyed monster" and will not move forward rashly.

3. Frightened

Peacocks are often seen opening their tails in zoos. Zoological workers believe that the bright red and green clothes and the loud chatter and laughter of tourists can stimulate the peacocks. , it is easy to arouse their vigilance. At this time, the peacock opens its tail, which is also a demonstration and defensive behavior.

2. Characteristics of peacocks opening their tails

1. Male peacocks usually open their tails naturally, which is more in line with the laws of nature. Among peacocks, males are more beautiful, while females are less attractive. .

2. Peacocks open their tails for courtship and defense, so peacocks opening their tails is not only a reproductive behavior, but also a defensive behavior.

3. The most prosperous time for peacocks to open their tails is from March to April. Wild peacocks that generally live in the rain forests of Yunnan, my country also open their tails at this time. This is their breeding season.