Peacocks Past and Present, by Michael Roberts

A colourful guide to a truly majestic bird

Peacocks Past and Present by Michael Roberts offers a detailed and engaging look at keeping, breeding, and understanding peafowl, written from a UK perspective.

It covers everything from egg incubation to the many colour variations in domestic peafowl. With chapters on management, breeding, and rearing, the book is a practical guide for keepers and breeders alike.

It also explores peafowl in the wild, their role in history, and their mythological and cultural connections, particularly within Indian tradition.

Beautifully illustrated in full colour throughout, this book is ideal for enthusiasts, keepers, and anyone captivated by these striking birds.

For more hints and tips on keeping the breed, visit our Peafowl website.