The latest addition to the peacocks in Pittencrieff Park is settling in “very well” in his new home.

Five-year-old Rebus was rescued by volunteers at the end of May. He was in a poor state after living wild for some time and was covered in ticks.

Carlyn Cane, one of the volunteers, told us: “Suzi was contacted by concerned residents of Kincardine who had been feeding a white male peacock in their garden.

“We had previously been made aware that he was in the area, but there were now concerns for his health.

"We managed to make contact with the owner who had been unable to catch him and agreed if we could catch him then it would be best that we took him to the sanctuary.

“Suzi, myself, and my dad, all went out and managed to catch him.”

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A total of 26 ticks were removed from Rebus’ face and he had two small healing injuries to his leg and beak.

He is being quarantined while he receives ongoing treatment and supportive care.

Rebus is now doing well and is loving cheese!

He’s currently still alone as the volunteers have tried to place a few peahens in beside him, but these attempts have not worked out so far.

Rebus was rescued by volunteers at the end of May.Rebus was rescued by volunteers at the end of May. (Image: Carlyn Cane)

“He is a good weight and is enjoying the company of the others, especially our Eva.

“When breeding season is over, we shall move him to the front enclosure with Louis.

"Any new peafowl that are rescued need to be contained for at least 4-6 months before release in order for them to stay, so he should go into the park around October/November time.” Carlyn added.