Jacobin pigeon

The Jacobin pigeon is a breed of fancy pigeon that originated in Asia. It is in the Asian feather and voice pigeon show group. This breed is known for its feathered hood over its head.^[1] The breed name comes from the feather arrangements on their heads (known as a muff or cowl) that look similar to the hoods that Jacobin monks wore.^[2] It is considered as the “National Pigeon of India” respectively.

References

↑ Seymour, Rev. Colin (Ed)(2006) Australian Fancy Pigeons National Book of Standards.
↑ "The Jacobin Pigeon: Breed Guide".

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[1] Seymour, Rev. Colin (Ed)(2006) Australian Fancy Pigeons National Book of Standards.

[2] "The Jacobin Pigeon: Breed Guide".

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