Tippler Pigeon

Tippler Pigeon

The Tippler pigeon is a breed of domestic pigeon. It is raised for participating in endurance competitions. Exact origins of this breed are unknown. But like most other pigeon breeds, this breed has also been developed from the rock pigeon that is endemic to the region between the Mediterranean and China. It is believed to have originated in 1845, near the silk milling towns of Congleton and Macclesfied in East Cheshire, England. Some breeds are believed to have originated from the Middle East, but origins of the Tippler is uncertain. It is thought that, the Tippler pigeon was a cross breed. And it is the result of crossing between the Cumulet and Homing pigeon breed. This cross-breeding was thought to improve the bird’s endurance and allow a larger flight range. It is also proposed that selection for this long-term flying ability helped to eliminate the breed’s progenitor’s tumbling flight behavior. Flying results of up to 22 hours (non-stop) have been reported. Read some more information about the Tippler pigeon below.
Appearance
There are different types of Tippler pigeon available. And their size and appearance vary depending on the type. Short descriptions about these types are listed below.
  • Gordon Hughes Tipplers: The Gordon Hughes Tippler is a common type created by Gordon Hughes in Derby, England. This type was developed to participate in endurance competitions, and it is also referred to as Hughes Type. And these birds have flown over 19 hours many times.
  • Irish Blue Tipplers
  • Jack Boden Tipplers: Jack Boden in Handsword, England developed this type of Tippler pigeon for participating in endurance competitions. It has flown for over 20 hours many times.
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Jack Boden Tipplers
  • Lovatt Tipplers
  • Macclesfield Tipplers
  • Manchester Tipplers
  • Sheffield Tipplers: The Sheffield Tippler type was bred in Sheffield, England. This type was also developed for participating in endurance competitions, and most often are referred to as Sheffield Type. This type has flown over 20 hours many times. The Sheffield Tippler pigeons are usually of red and yellow colored. Photo and info form Wikipedia.

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