there are strong commercial reasons behind it. Chinese farmers see it as a very profitable business.
The main reasons for this are given below:
Why peacock farming? (Reasons)
Food market (Culinary Demand):
Peacock meat is considered a very special food in many provinces of China. It is believed that peacock meat is more nutritious and delicious than chicken. It is in great demand in restaurants.
Manufacture of luxury goods:
The beautiful feathers of peacocks are used extensively to make decorative items, clothes, fancy jewelry, and paintings. These feathers are even worth a lot in the international market.
Medicines (Traditional Medicine):
In traditional Chinese medicine, peacock meat and other parts are used for certain diseases and to remove toxins from the body.
Easy to raise:
Peacocks have a strong immune system. They do not require special care, and they can be raised at a relatively low cost, just like raising chickens. Farmers get double the profit because they can sell meat and feathers at the same time.
Government support:
The Chinese government has introduced strict licensing systems for raising wildlife. Those who have obtained this license can farm peacocks on a large scale and reap profits.
Key challenges:
Laws: Not all types of peacocks are allowed to be raised. Raising some rare species is illegal. Doing so without a license can result in heavy fines and punishment.
Ethical disputes: Raising and killing peacocks has caused major disputes among animal lovers in many countries.
