Aachen Cropper

Aachen Cropper

Red
Conservation status	Common
Other names	Aachener Band Cropper
Nicknames	"Blowers"
Country of origin	Germany
Traits
Crest type	Peak
Classification
Australian Breed Group	None
US Breed Group	Pouter
EE Breed Group	Pouter/Cropper
Notes
While common in Europe, the breed is rare in the US
Pigeon Columba livia

The Aachen Cropper is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. ^[1] It was created in Aachen, Germany, during the early 1800's using the Belgina Ringbeater and the Thuringer Cropper. ^[2] Aachen Croppers along with other breeds of domesticated pigeons are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia). There are several breeds of Cropper pigeons which are known for their enlarged crop .

Characteristics

As with all Pouter/Cropper breeds it has an enlarged crop, known as the globe, and a small peak crest. It is only of medium size with an upright stance. The most unusual aspect for a pouter/cropper is the markings, being a shield marked with a colored peak crested head, but without rosettes. ^[2]

colors

Black, blue, red and yellow, mealy, cream, isabel, in solid, barred and checkered. ^[3]

Basic Needs

• Pigeon Diet
• Pigeon Housing

See also

• List of pigeon breeds
• "American Pigeon Journal" September 1957

References

1. Levi, Wendell (1977). The Pigeon. Sumter, S.C.: Levi Publishing Co, Inc. ISBN   0-85390-013-2.
2. Barrachina, Frank (January 1984). "The Aachener Band Cropper". American Pigeon Journal: 62–63.
3. Macklin, H.Pl (September 1957). "The Aachener Band Cropper". American Pigeon Journal: 228–229.

External links

• Media related to Aachen Cropper at Wikimedia Commons