Miss Willis Posted January 9, 2009 Report Posted January 9, 2009 Well I hope this photo upload works. I looked around online some and I think Miss Willis is a Tippler. Can anyone confirm a) is this a female? is this a tippler? c) is there a certain name for these markings or colorations? The photo is a bit dark, basically the only color on her besides black/white/grey is some irridescent green on her chest. She has some grey mottling, as you can see. Her wings are mostly white with 2 black bars and a bit of grey mottling. Her tail appears mostly charcoal to black. Miss Willis is tons 'o' fun - her latest stunt: I've been leaving the top off her cage at night so she won't feel segregated. So earlier this week, I crawled into bed to read, dog followed. Miss Willis flew over and tried to land on my chest, but the dog wouldn't allow it. I think she wanted to sleep with us. My male friend said she probably just missed her shelf, but Miss Willis is an excellent flyer who could land on a dime. I don't think she misses a thing.
kirky Posted January 9, 2009 Report Posted January 9, 2009 a gray grizzle hen, hens tend to be a lot tamer than cocks, and yes it is a short faced tippler, whats on the green ring any nunbers or letters as this would help,
Miss Willis Posted January 9, 2009 Author Report Posted January 9, 2009 Thanks you guys, it's fun learning about pigeons. I already contacted the registry about the ring number. They offered to track the owner for me, but I declined, didn't want anyone to make me give her back (recall, I found her at the state Wildlife Mgmt Area assigned for dog training, wing clipped and with a hole in her wing feathers). The ring says NPA (National Pigeon Association) 7 (band size) 07 (year pigeon was born) there are 2 alpha and 4 numerals (00XX) following representing the club code and unique serial number for the bird. I'm afraid to give them out because I don't want the previous owner to make me give her back.
kirky Posted January 9, 2009 Report Posted January 9, 2009 Thanks you guys, it's fun learning about pigeons. I already contacted the registry about the ring number. They offered to track the owner for me, but I declined, didn't want anyone to make me give her back (recall, I found her at the state Wildlife Mgmt Area assigned for dog training, wing clipped and with a hole in her wing feathers). The ring says NPA (National Pigeon Association) 7 (band size) 07 (year pigeon was born) there are 2 alpha and 4 numerals (00XX) following representing the club code and unique serial number for the bird. I'm afraid to give them out because I don't want the previous owner to make me give her back. I dont blame you thay dont deserve to have it back, im sure she will be happier with you,
dooie den Posted January 9, 2009 Report Posted January 9, 2009 maybe someone will offer you a mate for her tnen you can get started keeping them in a big way here,s hoping good luck .
Miss Willis Posted January 10, 2009 Author Report Posted January 10, 2009 maybe someone will offer you a mate for her tnen you can get started keeping them in a big way here,s hoping good luck . Especially after seeing the 'pigeon in my kitchen' link baby pictures! I think I'll keep her in for the winter, then come spring get a hutch for outside and a mate. Two people I know already offered to give me a buddy.
pjc Posted January 10, 2009 Report Posted January 10, 2009 what is will say in response to some comments above is that the breeder may no know the fate of his bird! The breeder may have lost the bird, a stray catcher caught it etc etc. At the end of the day you are breaking the law detaining somebody elses bird! I know and understand you want the best for the bird as we all do for ours but it his highly likely the owner has been trying to find his bird as well. Anybody who breeds birds for training purposes wouldn't do as you have described with the bird, they would also not ring the birds used! Phil
pjc Posted January 10, 2009 Report Posted January 10, 2009 When David had the "pigeon in my kitchen" he contacted the owner and the owner was happy for him to keep and care for the pigeon, the bird you have may have been stollen in which case you could be in possesion of stollen goods!
Miss Willis Posted January 13, 2009 Author Report Posted January 13, 2009 Well I'll think about it but please keep in mind: David found his kitchen pigeon in his yard. I found mine in the state WMA specially designated for dog training - WING CLIPPED and with a hole in it's wing feathers. Did you know you can buy pigeons and pigeon rings online and do what you want with them? Did you know pigeons are used for dog training and pigeon shoots (hunting) in this country? Is it the same where you are? I promise I'll think about it more though, it is an ethical dilemma.
Guest Vic Posted January 13, 2009 Report Posted January 13, 2009 Miss Wills , you ll have to do the right think which s is to report the pigeon , But you can then call them & ask if you may keep her have a chat i m sure you would win them over most will offer you the bird to keep & you ll have the surport team on here to help u out , but still well done for taking her in , jon I'm sure you are an avid "pigeon in the kitchen," devotee. C,mon Webmaster, once bitten................
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