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The scientific name of Peacock is

  1. Pavo Morasus

  2. Pavo Citrus

  3. Pavo Mayilasus

  4. Pavo Cristatus
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Explanation

Pavo cristatus is the scientific name for the Indian peafowl (peacock). 'Pavo' is the genus name for peafowl, while 'cristatus' means 'crested' in Latin, referring to the magnificent crown-like crest on the peacock's head. This binomial nomenclature uniquely identifies the species.

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