Peacock Sighting at Lafayette Shopping Center Sparks Interest

A peacock was recently spotted on the roof of a shopping center in Lafayette, Louisiana, sparking curiosity among visitors. The Lafayette Parish Lost and Found Pets page shared a photo of the colorful bird, hoping to reunite it with its owner. It’s unusual to see a peacock roaming around, especially in Louisiana where they are not native.

The peacock has been named Doug by the Grand Pointe Subdivision, who claimed him as their own. People were surprised to see a peacock hanging out on a roof, and many were wondering if it’s legal to own one as a pet in Louisiana. Surprisingly, it is legal to own a peacock in the state, but owners must follow local ordinances.

Although they make good pets, peacocks are considered exotic domestic fowl, not wildlife. So next time you’re in Lafayette, you might want to check out the peacocks at Zooziana and Rip Van Winkle Gardens instead. Remember, Doug the peacock is taken, so let him enjoy his time at the shopping center in peace.