Pavo cristatus

Discover the introduction of Peafowl from India to the Roman Empire (even as far as Britain). Wonder at the wealth and power of their owners, from Classical Greece to Byzantium. Understand their religious significance from Hera, through Juno, and into Christanity. This study uses 3 evidence strands text, imagery and biological remains; to understand the role of the species Pavo cristatus known as peacock or peafowl in the classical world of 600 BC to 500 AD.