Indian Peafowl (Peacock)

Japan · 2007 · 80 Japanese yen

This stamp features a vibrant photograph of a male Indian Peafowl, commonly known as a peacock, displaying its magnificent train of iridescent tail feathers. The bird's deep blue neck and head contrast beautifully with the green and blue eye-spots of its fanned plumage. The design is part of the "Nature in Japan" definitive series, showcasing the country's diverse wildlife.

Issued in 2007, this 80 yen definitive stamp was a standard postal rate for domestic letters in Japan at the time. The stamp is part of a long-running series that replaced the previous floral definitive series, reflecting a continued appreciation for natural beauty in Japanese philately.