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This is an alphabetical list of pigeon breeds; these are exclusively breeds of the domestic pigeon (Columba livia domestica). Other Columbidae species (e.g., the Barbary dove , Streptopelia risoria ) have been domesticated and developed into breeds, but these are generally simple colour variations of the plumage .
Pigeon meat, both from squabs and from adult birds, are still a source of protein for people worldwide. Breeds of pigeons harvested for their meat during adulthood are collectively known as utility pigeons. For commercial meat production a breed of large white pigeon, the King pigeon, has been developed by selective breeding.
This list is presented according to the IOC taxonomic sequence and can also be sorted alphabetically by common name and binomial. It includes 13 extinct species. [1] For a list of domesticated varieties, see List of pigeon breeds. The IOC breeding range descriptions use the following abbreviations for continents and other major geographic areas.
Fancy pigeon. Fancy pigeon refers to any breed of domestic pigeon, which is a domesticated form of the wild rock dove (Columba livia). They are bred by pigeon fanciers for various traits relating to size, shape, color, and behavior, [ 1 ] and often exhibited at pigeon shows, fairs and other livestock exhibits. [ 2 ]
Columba livia. The English Pouter is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. English Pouters, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon. A breed with an enlarged crop, their distinctiveness was described by Charles Darwin in The Variation of Animals and Plants ...
The Carrier or English Carrier is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. [ 1 ] Carriers, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants of the rock dove (Columba livia). They have a long slender body, with a long neck in proportion to the rest of the body, and distinctive features ...
Indian Fantail pigeons are most commonly white with light tan spots, although breeders have introduced more new colors. They walk on their toes. Their average weight is 13 ounces (369 g) and their average length is 11 inches (28 cm). The Indian Fantail stands upright, unlike the English fantail whose chest is carried upright so that it is ...
Contents. Modena pigeon. Originally a flying breed now bred solely for exhibition. The Modena is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. [ 1 ] Modenas along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons are all descendants of the rock dove (Columba livia).