Start Early with Selection

Selection starts even before your birds hatch. Here’s what to look out for:

  • Crusty, porous eggshells often produce weak chicks.
  • Thin-legged babies usually don’t grow into strong birds.
  • Nestlings that constantly squeak could have health issues.
  • Wet nestlings or chicks lying in their own droppings signal problems with the parents’ health or feeding habits.
  • Slow feather growth on shoulders often indicates low vitality.
  • Begging behavior after weaning is a red flag for weakness.
  • Weak beaks and poor bone structure suggest underlying problems.
  • Overly large, heavy birds are typically less agile and not ideal for longer races.

Don’t get fooled by size—strong pigeons today tend to be smaller and more compact, not bulky.


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