Conservation status Common Scientific name Columba livia domestica Rank Breed | US Breed Group Fancy Higher classification Domestic pigeon | |
Similar English Short‑Faced Tumbler, Old German Owl pigeon, Komorn Tumbler, English Long‑Faced Tumbler, Jacobin pigeon | ||
Helmet pigeons judging at eastern nationals
The Helmet is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. Helmets, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia). The breed has medium face, short face, plain-head and crested varieties. Helmet pigeons have been referenced since the early 15th century and appear to have origins in Germany. The modern varieties were refined in the latter 20th century.
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