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Reversewing Pouter

The Reversewing Pouter is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. Reversewing Pouters, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the Rock Pigeon (Columba livia).[1] The breed is known for its eye-catching markings.[2]

Origin[]

The breed originated in Saxony and Thuringia in the early 1800's.[2]

References[]

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See also[]

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  1. Levi, Wendell (1977). The Pigeon. Sumter, S.C.: Levi Publishing Co, Inc ISBN 0853900132.
  2. 2.0 2.1 Seymour, Rev. Colin (Ed)(2006) Australian Fancy Pigeons National Book of Standards.
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