Peacock Breeding Season

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In males, the testes undergo a significant increase in size (up to 200-300 times the non-breeding size) in anticipation of spermatogenesis. Circulating testosterone levels spike, driving aggressive territorial behaviors and the frequency of courtship displays. In females (peahens), estrogen levels rise, prompting the development of the incubation patch (brood patch) and ovulation. peacock breeding season