Est. 2020 · Health pages checked by a vet

A field guide to feral, racing and fancy pigeons, and the people who look after them.

Dan
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Dan

Dan started Pigeonpedia in January 2020.

He has liked pigeons since he was young, when he fed them breadcrumbs in his local park, now he regularly takes his kids to do the same thing.

He started Pigeonpedia after noticing how few dedicated Pigeon websites there were online.

Articles

  1. Facts

    The Ancient Art of Egypt’s Pigeon Towers

    Pigeon towers are what we typically call dovecotes. They are called towers because of their height and round shape (mostly). Although rare nowadays, there are some that have…

  2. Types

    Bokhara Trumpeter: Breed Guide

    The Bokhara Trumpeter is a fancy pigeon and one of the most popular trumpeter breeds, known for its long muffed feet and double crest. Originally bred for its…

  3. Types

    Carneau Pigeon: Breed Guide

    The Carneau is a large utility pigeon bred mainly for squab production. It comes from northern France, where accounts say it was produced by crossing the French Mondain…

  4. Nutrition

    Can Pigeons Eat Lentils? Raw, Cooked and Red Lentils Explained

    Yes, pigeons can eat lentils. Dry lentils are an ingredient in some commercial pigeon mixes, and a small share of raw red or green lentils is unlikely to…

  5. Types

    Common Bronzewing Pigeon: Breed Guide

    The common bronzewing is a medium-sized, heavily built pigeon. It is a sturdy bird adaptable to most environments. This pigeon species is native to Australia, although a few…

  6. Behavior

    Do Pigeons Like Music?

    There is little research on pigeons and music, but many owners find their pigeons seem calmer with instrumental and classical music and react to vocal music too. Some…

  7. Types

    Cumulet Pigeon: A Breed Guide

    A cumulet is a rare and old breed of fancy pigeon popular among fanciers who are interested in high, long flying. Depending on where you are in the…

  8. Types

    Old Dutch Capuchine Pigeon: Breed Guide

    The Old Dutch Capuchine pigeon is a breed of fancy pigeon known for its distinctive head crest and hood.  It is kept for ornamental and exhibition purposes and…

  9. Fun

    “Is This a Pigeon” Meme Explained

    The Pigeon Meme was created from a still of a Japanese show. Want to make your own? Use our Is This a Pigeon meme generator. Japanese animation has…

  10. Types

    Florentine Pigeon: Breed Guide

    The Florentine pigeon is a breed of fancy pigeon originally bred for meat now mainly kept for exhibition purposes. Origins of the Florentine Pigeon As the name suggests,…