Valencian Figurita
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The Valencian Figurita is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding.[1] Valencian Figuritas, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the Rock Pigeon (Columba livia). The breed is known for its small size and frill of neck feathers.
[edit] Origin
This ancient breed originated in Valencia, Spain.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ Levi, Wendell (1977). The Pigeon. Sumter, S.C.: Levi Publishing Co, Inc. ISBN 0853900132.
- ^ Seymour, Rev. Colin (Ed)(2006) Australian Fancy Pigeons National Book of Standards.
[edit] See also
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