Danzig Highflyer
Breed of pigeon
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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.
Conservation statusCommon
Country of originPoland
US Breed Grouphigh-flying
EE Breed GroupTumbler and Highflyer
Red self Danzig Highflier | |
| Conservation status | Common |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Poland |
| Classification | |
| US Breed Group | high-flying |
| EE Breed Group | Tumbler and Highflyer |
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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]