Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga of the World’s Most Revered and Reviled Bird (Paperback)

From Publishers Weekly

Many people consider the ubiquitous rock dove, better known as the pigeon, a “rat with wings.” But as Blechman demonstrates in his enjoyable and informative book, this much maligned bird has served humans well for thousands of years, carrying messages informing the ancient Egyptians about flood levels along the Nile, bearing news of Napoleon’s defeat at Waterloo and saving thousands of soldiers’ lives during the two world wars. Today pigeons are found everywhere, from the queen of England’s luxurious racing pigeon lofts to the garbage-strewn streets of every large city. Pigeons—gregarious, easily domesticated and capable of flying for hours at speeds of more than 100 mph—are interesting in their own right, but Blechman writes not so much about the birds themselves as about the people who either love or hate them. These include members of a Newe York City homing pigeon club who dedicate themselves to raising and racing pigeons; Queen Elizabeth’s royal pigeon handler; breeders who spend years perfecting champion birds for show; gun enthusiasts who participate in brutal live pigeon shoots. Many of these people are eccentric, and while Blechman’s book won’t convert pigeon haters to pigeon lovers, it does make for entertaining reading. (Nov.)
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Racing Pigeons in Philippines

The history of Racing Pigeon Club of Angeles (Philippines)(RCPA) is the former (ACPRA) Angeles City Pigeon Racing Association, (RCPA) is nostalgic and inspiring all the fanciers here in Angeles City. The pioneers led by Richard Caparas, first Presiding BOD,Adrian Suarez, first Secretary,Renan Agustin,first Treasurer ,Mike Yabut, Programmer & Officer, Elmer Castaneda, first BOD, Roland Salunga, first BOD of ( RCPA) triumphed over the seemingly insurmountable odds when (RCPA) was still at its infancy stage. They, a member of the Racing Pigeon Club of Angeles(Philippines) established in 2007, actively participated in the club races. The club was organized and supported by Carmelo “Jon” Lazatin II and with the support of other members.

Racing Pigeons

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This is a comprehensive guide to the popular sport of pigeon racing. Topics covered include the history of the sport; physiology of the pigeon; housing, management, and breeding; training for young and old birds; ailments and diseases; and race administration. Illustrated throughout, this is essential reading for the fancier, or anyone interested in this popular sport.

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Racing Pigeon Clubs

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Racing Pigeon Club all over the world struggle to race their pigeons and for each of the members give their best to reach the top and get the over all champion. Pigeon Racing is a sport developed by lots of fanciers and pigeon lovers not only in other big countries but include the smaller countries.