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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 .
The Königsberg Colour-head Tumbler [1] (German: Königsberger Farbenkopf) is a breed of fancy pigeon developed in the mid-18th century in Königsberg, East Prussia, from which it gets its German name. This breed of pigeon is well known in Russia because Königsberg is now a part of Russia, and is known as Kaliningrad.
The English Fantail is a highly developed breed of fancy pigeon. [1] The Fantail, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants of the rock dove (Columba livia). The Fantail is said to have originated in India, but there are early references to it in Spain and China. [2]
The American Pigeon Journal had special issues devoted to the breed in February 1975 and July 1977 [2] The magazine is available for viewing in Wikipedia Commons. [3] It is characterised by a fan-shaped tail, resembling a peacock , composed of 30 to 40 feathers, abnormally more than most members of the dove and pigeon family, which usually have ...
The South German Monk is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. [1] South German Monks, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia). The South German Monk is always peak crested and clean legged or shell crested with medium length muffs blending ...
The South German Shield is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. [1] South German Shields, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia). The whole bird is pure white except for the wing coverts which are colored. [2]
Pigmy Pouters, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia). [ 1 ] Noted British poultry breeder Sir John Sebright (who later bred the Sebright Bantam ) is believed to have first bred the Pigmy Pouter, though the issue is debatable.
The Reverse-wing Pouter (German: Verkehrtflügelkröpfer) is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. Reverse-wing Pouters, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia). [1] The breed is known for its eye-catching markings. [2]