Lahore (pigeon)

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The Lahore is a breed of show pigeon known for its impressive size and gentle nature.

1 Origin
2 Appearance
3 Behavior
4 References

[edit] Origin

For a very long time this bird was bred in the area of northwest India (now Lahore, Pakistan). It was imported into Germany around 1880 and became popular among pigeon enthusiasts at the beginning of the 1960's.

[edit] Appearance

The Lahore is large for a pigeon, approximately 10.5 inches tall and 11.5 long. From shoulder to shoulder, it measures 5.5 inches. Its markings are also unusual: the base color is white, with a secondary color beginning at the juncture of beak and wattle and spreading in an arc over the eyes and across the back and wings. The rump and tail are to be white, though in pigeon shows the majority of attention is paid to the quality of the head, neck, and wing markings.

The neck should be heavily feathered and should lead to a full, broad chest. Cheeks should be plump, and the beak should be "broad and stout and rather blunt at the tip." [1] Feet and legs are feathered so that the bird appears to be wearing thick stockings.

Lahores are bred in many different colors, including Blue-bar, Checkered, Red, Blue, Brown, and Black.