Tirupattur, May 29 -- Large numbers of peacocks, have migrated from the Jalagambarai forest region to farmlands and residential areas in Tamil Nadu's Tirupattur district as shrinking forest cover, forest fires and depleting natural resources continue to affect their natural habitat.

Residents of Madavalam village said peacocks are now frequently seen in agricultural fields, near Madapalli Lake and along village roads in search of food and shelter. Locals said more than a hundred peacocks have taken refuge in nearby farmlands.

While villagers and farmers said the sight of the birds spreading their colourful feathers has become a major attraction in the area, they also expressed concern over the increasing movement of peacocks near roads ...