“Colorful” probably isn’t the first word that comes to mind when you think of a military base, but Fort Sam Houston is far from average. This historic place is home to free-roaming peacocks and other wildlife, and you can feed them directly out of the palm of your hand.

The original fort at Sam Houston, the Quadrangle (colloquially known as "The Quad") was built in 1876.
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You'll find it on East Grayson Street in San Antonio.
Originally a quartermaster’s depot where housing supplies were stored, the Quad eventually became an arsenal for the US Army.
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Geronimo, the infamous Apache leader, was even held here for a brief period after his surrender.
What sets the Quad apart from other military bases is the fact that it's home to an array of free-roaming wildlife.
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From deer to rabbits to peacocks, you'll see all sorts of adorable creatures strutting around wherever they please.

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Perhaps the most unique animal of all is this albino peacock, a recent addition to the group.
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While lacking the brilliant color scheme normal peacocks have, it's equally beautiful in its own right.
There are, of course, plenty of run-of-the-mill peacocks to see, as well.
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Just wait until they fan out their feathers for all to see - it's a truly spectacular sight!
Nobody knows exactly when or why the animals were brought here, but one thing is for certain: they've had plenty of time to adjust to crowds.
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Visitors can purchase food for the animals, and you can rest assured they'll crowd around at the sight and smell of it.
Address: 1405 East Grayson Street, Fort Sam Houston, TX, 78234.
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Hours are 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Please note: as Fort Sam Houston is an active military base, visitors must obtain a pass prior to entry. Visit the Fort Sam Houston Facebook page to learn more.

Have you ever been to the Quadrangle at Fort Sam Houston? If so, what did you think of all the wildlife? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below, then check out our previous article for another place in Texas where peacocks roam freely.

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Quadrangle Fort Sam Houston, 1405 E Grayson St, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, USA