{"product_id":"pigeon-farming-lilly-curz-9798273165304","title":"Pigeon Farming: Comprehensive Methods for Breeding, Feeding, Loft Management, and Commercial Pigeon Production.","description":"The term \"pigeon\" encompasses both the domestic forms of Columba livia and other species in the family Columbidae. For farming purposes, the focus is domestic rock doves and their breeds, supplemented by an understanding of regional wild species that may influence disease ecology or local regulations.\u003cbr\u003eThe Foundation: Rock Dove and the Domestic Pigeon\u003cbr\u003eAll domesticated pigeon breeds trace to the rock dove. Selective breeding produced a spectrum of types that can be organized functionally: \u003cbr\u003eUtility Breeds (Meat Production) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThese birds are selected for rapid growth of squabs, calm temperament, and efficient feed conversion. Examples include: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eKing: Large, broad-breasted, with strong parental instincts; widely used in commercial squab production. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCarneau: Good body mass and dependable breeding; valued for consistent squab size. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTexan Pioneer: Known for autosexing traits in some lines, aiding selection; productive and hardy. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUnique traits: high squab yield, docility, strong nest fidelity. For farmers, these translate to predictable output and low handling stress. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHoming and Racing Breeds \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe modern Racing Homer descends from messenger strains selectively improved for speed and orientation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUnique traits: powerful flight muscles, large heart and lung capacity, pronounced homing ability, fast recovery after exertion. These lines excel in navigation, making them suitable for distance flight and time-critical training. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerformance Aerialists (High-Flyers, Tipplers, Tumblers, Rollers) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHigh-Flyers\/Tipplers: Bred for altitude and duration; can remain aloft for hours under ideal conditions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTumblers\/Rollers: Perform controlled flips or rolling maneuvers in flight; selection refines the balance between display and safe orientation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUnique traits: endurance physiology, neurologic predispositions for display behaviors, high motivation to fly. Farmers with an interest in sport may run separate lofts to preserve these traits. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFancy\/Exhibition Breeds \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThese types express dramatic changes in morphology: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFantail: Tail with multiple rectrices displayed fan-like; elegant carriage. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJacobin: Feathers form a hood encircling the head; striking silhouette. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eModena, Lahore, Pouters: Each with distinct conformation standards. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUnique traits: pronounced ornamentation, breed-specific posture, and feathering patterns. While not typical meat producers, some fancy breeds contribute to diversified sales and brand identity for a farm. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Lilly Curz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798273165304\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/05\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 238\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.71lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d","brand":"Lilly Curz","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47965542908159,"sku":"9798273165304","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_b970e6dd-f75b-45b5-8525-e3120ff9dd82.jpg?v=1767281258","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/pigeon-farming-lilly-curz-9798273165304","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}