Aug 4, 2009

American Show Racer

The American Show Racer pigeon is known as the "Bird of Dignity".
The breed began in the early 1950s with the finest Racing Homers selected for their breed type. Levi mentions Show Pen Racers in his book The Pigeon.

American Giant Runt

The American Giant Runt is a breed of pigeon developed by selective breeding primarily as a utility and exhibition breed. American Giant Runts, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the Rock Pigeon (Columba livia).

Altenburger Trumpeter

The Altenburger Trumpeter is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. Altenburger Trumpeters along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons are all descendants from the Rock Pigeon (Columba livia). There are several breeds of trumpeter pigeons which are known for their vocal cooing which sounds similar to laughter or trumpeting. The breeds with this ability are collectively known as "voice" pigeons.


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