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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

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]

  • Red Danzig Highflier
    Red Danzig Highflier
  • Cream bar Danzig Highflier
    Cream bar Danzig Highflier
  • Silver bar Danzig Highflier
    Silver bar Danzig Highflier
  • Black
    Black
  • Tail mark
    Tail mark
  • White
    White
  • Schachtzabel 1906 Tafel 84
    Schachtzabel 1906 Tafel 84

See also

References

  1. ^ Levi, Wendell (1977). The Pigeon. Sumter, S.C.: Levi Publishing Co, Inc. ISBN 0-85390-013-2.
  2. ^ Seymour, Rev. Colin (Ed)(2006) Australian Fancy Pigeons National Book of Standards.
  3. ^ Wheeler, Harry G. (1978). Exhibition and Flying Pigeons. 1 Royal Parade, Hindhead, Surrey, England: Spur Publications Saiga Publishing Co. pp. 64–65.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location (link)