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In Wendell Levi's book The Pigeon, reference is made to pigeons with this tumbling ability existing in India before the year 1590. Charles Darwin, in his book The Origin of Species , makes reference to the Short-faced Tumbler which was a popular breed during his lifetime, and still can be found exhibited at pigeon shows today.
The English Short-faced Tumbler is one of the oldest breeds referred to in John Moore's book [4] Columbarium: or, The pigeon-house; being an introduction to a natural history of tame pigeons, giving an account of the several species known in England, with the method of breeding them, their distempers and cures (London: J. Wilford, 1735). [5]
It is unknown why the Birmingham Roller and other roller pigeons tumble. While it is true that the birds do perform backward somersaults in flight, the exact neurological causes of the rolling behaviour are still unknown. This bird has a genetic inclination to flip backwards, provided adequate training, diet, and exercise.
West of England Tumbler. The West of England Tumbler is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. [1] West of England Tumblers, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants of the rock dove (Columba livia).
The English Long-faced Tumbler [1] is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. [3] English Long-faced Tumblers, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants of the rock dove (Columba livia). This breed is available in both clean legged and muffed (feathered legs) varieties.
The Berlin Short-faced Tumbler is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. [1] Berlin Short-faced Tumblers, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons , are all descendants of the rock dove ( Columba livia ).
The Vienna Long-faced Tumbler is one of numerous breeds of tumbler pigeons, reared and exhibited for their ability to spin and tumble down suddenly whilst in flight. Originating in Austria , in and around Vienna , it is an old breed that was known there in the 17th century.
The Danish Tumbler is a breed of fancy pigeon. Danish Tumblers, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia). The standard of the Danish Tumbler: Figure: Elegant, slender and rather strong with highly carried, full breast; The neck: comparatively long.