The Tippler pigeon is a breed of domestic pigeon. It is raised for participating in endurance competitions.
Exact origins of this breed are unknown. But like most other pigeon breeds, this breed has also been developed from the rock pigeon that is endemic to the region between the Mediterranean andChina.
It is believed to have originated in 1845, near the silk milling towns of Congleton and Macclesfied in East Cheshire,England.
Some breeds are believed to have originated from the Middle East, but origins of the Tippler is uncertain. It is thought that, the Tippler pigeon was a cross breed.
这是穿越Cumul之间的结果et and Homing pigeon breed. This cross-breeding was thought to improve the bird’s endurance and allow a larger flight range.
It is also proposed that selection for this long-term flying ability helped to eliminate the breed’s progenitor’s tumbling flight behavior.
Flying results of up to 22 hours (non-stop) have been reported. Read some more information about the Tippler pigeon below.
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Tippler Pigeon Appearance
There are different types of Tippler pigeon available. And their size and appearance vary depending on the type. Short descriptions about these types are listed below.
Gordon Hughes Tipplers
The Gordon Hughes Tippler is a common type created by Gordon Hughes in Derby, England. This type was developed to participate in endurance competitions, and it is also referred to as Hughes Type. And these birds have flown over 19 hours many times.
Irish Blue Tipplers
Jack Boden Tipplers
Jack Boden in Handsword, England developed this type of Tippler pigeon for participating in endurance competitions. It has flown for over 20 hours many times.
Lovatt Tipplers
Macclesfield Tipplers
Manchester Tipplers
Sheffield Tipplers
饲养在谢菲尔德谢菲尔德酒鬼类型,England. This type was also developed for participating in endurance competitions, and most often are referred to as Sheffield Type. This type has flown over 20 hours many times. The Sheffield Tippler pigeons are usually of red and yellow colored. Photo and info formWikipedia.
Uses
Tippler pigeon is mainly raised for flying purpose. It is also good for exhibition or show purpose.
Special Notes
The Tippler pigeon is a very hardy and active breed. It is a very intelligent bird. These birds can be easily trained for flying long hours and drop only when the trainer asks them to.
Along with excellent flying ability, these birds are also very good for exhibition purpose. Review full breed profile of the Tippler pigeon in the following chart.
| Breed Name | Tippler |
| Other Name | None |
| Breed Purpose | Exhibition, flying |
| Special Notes | Beautiful, very hardy and strong, very intelligent, easily trained, excellent flyers and can fly for long times, good for exhibition purpose |
| Breed Class | Medium |
| Climate Tolerance | All climates |
| Flying Ability | Excellent |
| As Pets | Good |
| Color | Many |
| Varieties | Gordon Hughes, Irish Blue, Jack Boden, Macclesfield, Manchester, Sheffield |
| Rarity | Common |
| Country/Place of Origin | United Kingdom |
