Danzig Highflyer
.jpg) Red self Danzig Highflier | |
| Conservation status | Common |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Poland |
| Classification | |
| US Breed Group | high-flying |
| EE Breed Group | Tumbler and Highflyer |
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The Danzig Highflyer is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding.[1] Danzig Highflyers, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia). There are two major variates of the Danzig Highflyer: ones that are bred for show, and others as pets for flying.
History
[edit]It is thought this breed had its origin in the vicinity of Danzig in 1807. Other sources point to the ancient province of Galicia-Poland.[2]
Flight Patterns
[edit]The Danzig is a high-flying solo flyer. The breed has excellent homing abilities, and is able to fly long distances at high altitudes. They have strong yet slow wing beats compared to other high-flyers. [3]
Gallery
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Red Danzig Highflier
Cream bar Danzig Highflier
Silver bar Danzig Highflier
Black
Tail mark
White
Schachtzabel 1906 Tafel 84
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See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ Levi, Wendell (1977). The Pigeon. Sumter, S.C.: Levi Publishing Co, Inc. ISBN 0-85390-013-2.
- ↑ Seymour, Rev. Colin (Ed)(2006) Australian Fancy Pigeons National Book of Standards.
- ↑ Wheeler, Harry G. (1978). Exhibition and Flying Pigeons. 1 Royal Parade, Hindhead, Surrey, England: Spur Publications Saiga Publishing Co. pp. 64–65.
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External links
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