But believe it or not, the hilarious dance you’ll see in this video is actually serious business: it’s the peacock spider’s way of wooing its mate. But it’s a performance of a lifetime ...

Scientists, stumped by that question throughout the animal kingdom, hypothesized that something more than chemistry drives mate choice. Looks are certainly important for the peacock, with his ...

A male peacock’s train plumage, on the other hand, is spectacular! The clip was captured during the mating season, which is from June to December. This is when the male grows his long train ...

The male peacock flaunts his stunning tail feathers, shimmering with vibrant colors and eye-catching patterns, to woo potential mates. Each feather is a masterpiece, and the peacock’s dance ...

The bright plumage and intricate patterns serve as a signal of genetic fitness, making them irresistible to potential mates. A peacock attempting to "seduce" a peahen by displaying its plumes.