Carrier (pigeon breed)

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Carrier , also known as English bagdette , is a breed of wart pigeon . Detectable in Europe for several centuries; bred in England; introduced in Germany in the middle of the 19th century. These pigeons have long, slender bodies, are "high standing", have strong, long beaks and a long neck. They are approximately 33 centimeters tall.

literature

  • The carrier pigeon. (English bagdette.). In: Lewis Wright : The practical pigeon fancier. Translated from English by Friedrich Trefz, published by the Verein für Geflügelzucht, Selbstverlag, Munich 1880, pp. 91–116, archive.org

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