Pigeons Flashcards
Do pigeons mate for life?
Yes
Name breeds of pigeons used for sporting.
Holmers, Rollers, Tumblers
What are 3 reasons for breeding pigeons?
Meat Production (utility)
Exhibition (fancy)
Rolling & Homing (sporting)
Pigeons used for meat production should be taken away from their nests at _______ days old?
28-30
Why are pigeons butchered before they can fly?
The flesh is very solid and tender, and their body weight is good.
How long do pigeons stay paired with their mate?
Their whole lives
What are young pigeons called?
Squabs
How many nests should be provided for each pair of pigeons?
2 Nests
About how old are squabs when they are taken to market?
4 Weeks
What is in a pigeons diet
Mixture of whole grains, grit, and fresh clean water
What are pellets or checkers?
Pressed clumps of a mixture of ground grains and other food particles.
What should pellets be fed with to maintain a healthy diet?
Feed
What is grit like what compared to people?
Grit is to the pigeon, what teeth are to people.
How many ounces of salt should be fed for 5 pounds of granite grit and oyster shell to maintain a healthy diet?
1 Ounce
What is the cheapest part of a pigeons diet?
Water
