What is name for peacock?

The scientific name for peacock is Pavo cristatus, and it belongs to the family Phasianidae. The word "peacock" is commonly used to refer to the male of the species, with its iridescent blue and green plumage and distinctive "eye" markings on its tail feathers. The female is known as a peahen and has a less showy appearance, with a muted brown and green coloring. Collectively, both males and females of the species are known as peafowl.