Mr Alpha here made his presence known to me as I sat at the computer but could see out the side door to this marvelous display! I think I've cracked the code in that he wants first dibs on the food! As either of the other two approach, he returns to fan-mode, turns and (yes!) "shakes a tail feather"!, making a lovely rustle!
While feeding him, I felt wings sweeping at my back, and another flew close past me as there's no more than 5" between the door and the fence!
Coming here is such an exhilarating change of pace!
@gardencat The three are from a ranch down the road where the peahens live! Since they arrived here a few months back, they haven't been noticeably absent for a period of time! Maybe they're a slave to their stomachs!
@blightygal The planets aligned and your timing to drop by was perfect! While at the zoo two days ago I took a photo *just for you*! I'll post it and tag you in one of my empty dates while the family visited. I had no idea about this information and thought you would enjoy reading it as well!
@pamknowler I never told you they were aggressive! this one wanted first dibs on the food, but they're not at all aggressive to us in any way! You can imagine how overjoyed I am to have them around!
WOW! Beautiful shot and story. Thanks for explaining the optical illusion on your other photo! So fun! He sure knew how to get first Dibbs on the food!
