Hungarian Giant Pigeon
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The Hungarian Giant Pigeon is one of the oldest pigeon species in Hungary. They were given the nickname "Queen of Pigeons".
It has been a common breed in Nagyalföld, for hundreds of years. Their ancestors most likely come from Türkiye, and were nationalized during the Era of Turkish occupation of Lower Hungary (Hódoltság Kora).
From its beak to its tail, the Hungarian Giant Pigeon can measure up to 45–50 cm and a height of 25–28 cm. It has stronger bones compared to common pigeons. The female's weight is at minimum 800 grams and 900-1000 g. for males.[1] Originally white, they now exist in black, grey and brown. Currently there are about 1500 living in Hungary.[2]
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[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Magyar Óriás Galambtenyésztők Fajtaklubja - Magyar Óriás Galamb". 2012-11-05. Archived from the original on 2012-11-05. Retrieved 2024-08-26.
- ^ S, Á (2021-05-14). "Magyar óriás - A galambok királynője". Magyar Mezőgazdaság (in Hungarian). Retrieved 2024-08-26.