Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Tumbler pigeon?

Here's one for Jon and Dean.  This bird caught my eye for the coloring.  At first, I thought it was a Mourning Dove.  From a quick Google search, I believe it is a domesticated rock dove (pigeon) called a tumbler.

 
For comparison, this picture from the internet...



Tumbler pigeons are varieties of domesticated pigeons descendant from the rock dove that have been selected for their ability to tumble or roll over backwards in flight.  This ability has been known in domesticated breeds of pigeons for centuries.  (Wikipedia)

I look forward to any other ideas.

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