Pair Of Peacocks On The Loose In Doylestown Township: Police

DOYLESTOWN TOWNSHIP PA — Anyone loose a pair of peacocks?

Two of the birds, known for their vibrant, iridescent tail feathers, were spotted Tuesday morning in the area of Theodore Way and Sandy Ridge Road in Doylestown Township.

"If you have any information on the owners of the birds, contact the Doylestown Township Police Department directly for assistance," police said.

Police said they have notified the Bucks County SPCA, which will address the loose birds when they open at noon.

According to the National Zoo, male peacocks boast extravagant colors, elaborate feathers, showy displays or all three. Elongated upper tail feathers form the 5-foot train for which the peacock is famous. These feathers are metallic green, and are decorated with iridescent eyespots, ringed with blue and bronze.

A male may sport from 100-175 eyespots — the fanned train display is designed to show off every one. Females, also called peahens, are smaller and more drably colored, with a shorter train that lacks the eyespots.