The Norwich Cropper is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. The Norwich Cropper along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia).[1] The Norwich Cropper is thought to have been developed from a breed called the Oploper and is of Dutch origin.[2]
 Norwich Cropper | |
| Conservation status | Common |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Netherlands |
| Classification | |
| US Breed Group | Fancy |
| EE Breed Group | Cropper Pigeons |
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References edit
- ^ Levi, Wendell (1977). The Pigeon. Sumter, S.C.: Levi Publishing Co, Inc. ISBN 0-85390-013-2.
- ^ Sutherland, Spencer (March–April 2008). "Origin and History of the Norwich Cropper (translation)". Purebred Pigeon.
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