Fancy Pigeon Breeds - Frillback, Pouter, Owl, WhiteHouse & Budapest Highflyer
Fancy pigeon refers to any breed of domestic pigeon, which is a domesticated form of the wild rock dove. They are bred by pigeon fanciers for various traits relating to size, shape, color, and behavior, who often exhibit their birds at pigeon shows, fairs and other livestock exhibits.
Lahore Pigeon: The Lahore pigeon (Urdu: لاہور کبوتر) or Shirazi pigeon (Persian: کبوتر شیرازی) is a breed of fancy pigeon known for its impressive size and gentle nature. Originally bred in Shiraz, Iran. domesticated pigeons, are all descendants of the rock pigeon (Columba livia).
For a very long time this bird was bred in the present area Iran (Persia). It was imported into Germany around 1880 and became popular among pigeon enthusiasts at the beginning of the 1960s. They are usually found in the area of Iran (Shiraz) and are some of the most colorful pigeons. These ornamental pigeons from ancient Iran were once bred for their meat, but today they are raised for their beautiful plumage and colorful patterns. Their calm and gentle natures also make them delightfully tame pets.
Fancy Pigeon Breeds Lahore Pigeon, Frillback, Nun pigeon, King pigeon, Black Pigeon & Fantail pigeon.
Nun pigeon: The Nun is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding, was also known as the Dutch Shell Pigeon in continental Europe. Nuns, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon.
Frillback: The Frillback is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. Frillbacks, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon. The breed is known for the frill or curls on the wing shield feathers.
King pigeon: The King is a breed of pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding primarily as a utility breed. Kings along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons are all descendants from the rock pigeon. The breed is known for large size and suitability for squab production.
Fantail pigeon: The Fantail is a popular breed of fancy pigeon. It is characterised by a fan-shaped tail composed of 30 to 40 feathers, abnormally more than most members of the pigeon family, which usually have 12 to 14 feathers. The breed is thought to have originated in Pakistan, India, China, Japan or Spain.
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