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 |
| |
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
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
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
- Red Danzig Highflier
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Cream bar Danzig Highflier.jpg)
Silver bar Danzig Highflier
Black
Tail mark
White
Schachtzabel 1906 Tafel 84
See also
References
- ↑ 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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