मृगपक्षी-शास्त्र (हंसदेव - १३वीं शती का अमर भारतीय वन्यजीव, पक्षी एवं प्राणि-विज्ञान)

young. Some times, they live in shades with their pea-hens. They
are much delighted by hearing the noise of thunder. They are very
happy in evenings. They never wander in hot sun but always are in
shades. They are easily capturable and trainable, and they are good to
people and hear the sweet words.
[3rd variety of PEACOCKS]
(NEELAKANTHA)
As this variety of peacock have deep green necks they are called
Neelakanthas. They have green colour throughout their bodies. They
are short-bodied and short legged ones. Now and then they would jump
and play in various modes. They are fond of music. They always sing
songs. They do dance in various ways in rainy season. They are fit
for the females' play. They are much passionate. They would always
be with Pea-hens. They have a little sleep in nights. Their cry is
pleasant. They increase passion of cohabitation to young couples.
They wander beautifully in gardens and creepers. They have beauti-
ful eyes, crests and necks. They are somewhat impatient when
hungry. Good odour would come out from their bodies. They will play
in water in summer season.
[4th variety of PEACOCKS]
(BHUJANGABHUK)
As this variety of peacock eats serpents, they are called Bhu-
jangabhuk. Their bodies are small. They live in forests alone. They
would often cry in mornings. Their eyes are red when angry. They
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