Gaditano Pouter
![]() Gaditano Pouter | |
Conservation status | Common |
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Country of origin | Spain |
Classification | |
US Breed Group | Fancy |
EE Breed Group | Pouter and Cropper |
Notes | |
This breed is used for a very special game referred to as "thieving". | |
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The Gaditano Pouter is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding.[1] Gaditano Pouters, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants of the rock dove (Columba livia).
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References[]
- ^ Levi, Wendell (1977). The Pigeon. Sumter, S.C.: Levi Publishing Co, Inc. ISBN 0-85390-013-2.
Categories:
- Pigeon breeds
- Pigeon breeds originating in Spain
- Pigeon breed stubs