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The Domestic Rock Pigeon This is one of the oldest pigeon indigenous breeds, but it is at the same time considered to be the best high flying pigeon in Serbia. It has descended from the Turkish fliers which were accepted by Serbian breeders after the Turks&rsquo; retreat from Serbia and interbred with existing pigeon breeds. The basic aim of selection was to develop a pigeon whose flight would be high, long and circular. According to some data, the breed was developed around 1800 in the region of Central Serbia, while the first standard was established in 1972. Its colour varies from white, through all shades of grey, to black. Pigeons of yellow and copper-red colour in all shades are not infrequent. It is characteristic for its long flight which can <br />
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The Domestic Rock Pigeon

This is one of the oldest pigeon indigenous breeds, but it is at the same time considered to be the best high flying pigeon in Serbia. It has descended from the Turkish fliers which were accepted by Serbian breeders after the Turks’ retreat from Serbia and interbred with existing pigeon breeds. The basic aim of selection was to develop a pigeon whose flight would be high, long and circular. According to some data, the breed was developed around 1800 in the region of Central Serbia, while the first standard was established in 1972. Its colour varies from white, through all shades of grey, to black. Pigeons of yellow and copper-red colour in all shades are not infrequent. It is characteristic for its long flight which can
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  1. Unfortunately we are unable to create a species as the Serbian Highflyer is a breed of pigeon rather than a recognised species. Bred from the domestic pigeon I suppose it is possible to use that as a species but then it wouldn't really ring true. Best leave this one as without an identity. Thank you for trying though! Posted 10 years ago

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The Domestic Pigeon was derived from the Rock Pigeon. The Rock Pigeon is the world's oldest domesticated bird. Mesopotamian cuneiform tablets mention the domestication of pigeons more than 5,000 years ago, as do Egyptian hieroglyphics.

Similar species: Pigeons And Doves
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Uploaded Jan 15, 2015. Captured Jul 17, 2014 09:53 in Muhameda Kantardžića, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • NIKON D90
  • f/2.8
  • 1/2500s
  • ISO200
  • 85mm