King pigeon

King
A pair of white Kings
Conservation statusCommon
Country of originUnited States
Classification
US Breed GroupUtility
EE Breed GroupHen Pigeons

The King pigeon is a breed of pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding primarily as a utility breed. Kings along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons are all descendants from the rock dove (Columba livia).

The breed is known for its large size and suitability for squab production.

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