English Trumpeter

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English Trumpeter
English Trumpeter

The English Trumpeter is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding.[1] English Trumpeters along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons are all descendants from the Rock Pigeon (Columba livia). This is one of the most popular breeds in the USA.[2]

[edit] Origin

The name is misleading, as this breed as known today is an American creation.[2]

[edit] References

  1. ^ Levi, Wendell (1977). The Pigeon. Sumter, S.C.: Levi Publishing Co, Inc. ISBN 0853900132. 
  2. ^ a b Seymour, Rev. Colin (Ed)(2006) Australian Fancy Pigeons National Book of Standards.

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