Jacobin pigeon

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

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