Chinese Flying pigeon

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Chinese Flying pigeon

Chinese Flying Pigeon
Conservation status Common
Classification
US Breed Group Tumblers, Rollers and High Flyers
Notes
The feather ornament on top of the beak is a hallmark of this breed.
Pigeon
Columba livia

The Chinese Flying pigeon is a breed of domestic pigeon. Chinese Flying pigeons, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia).

Origin

The Chinese Flying pigeon originated in China.[1]

See also

References

  1. "Chinese Nasal Tuft Standard". Retrieved February 23, 2009.


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