Luttich Owl ( Luikse Meeuw )

Lütticher Mövchen - Cravaté Liègois - Luttich Owl - Luikse Meeuw

Liege luttich owl originated in the Liege region. According to some writers, they are closely related to the French owl which it was introduced early 19th century. They had at that time real pigeons properties and were used more as racing pigeon around 1850 in the region.

English Owl Pigeons

Englisches Owl Mövchen - Cravaté Anglais - English Owl

The English Owl pigeons- or also known by the names: Cravate Anglais, englisches Owl Movchen, Cravattato Inglese, Английская сова - a race very old from the UK (which is based on information developed since the 16th century, or perhaps earlier). OWL varieties classified this type, as well as other relatives, more preserved for the sake of display. This variety is very popular in his native region, and also has been farmed in many countries.

Seraphim owl pigeons

seraphim white owl pigeons

The Seraphim pigeons- only known by this name - a modern varieties originating from the United States, which is informed first bred and developed by a reputable breeder, Anne Ellis, in 1986. The varieties were grouped into this owl and frills pigeons types, including very popular but still limited cultivated. In addition to the United States, this variety is also already well known in Europe. In addition to having the ability to fly is good, this variety also look quite attractive. Recognized in the permanent standard by the National Pigeon Association (NPA-USA), in 1986.

Old Oriental Owl

Altorientalisches Mövchen  - Cravaté Oriental ancien - Old Oriental Owl

The Old Oriental Owl - or also known by the names: Old Oriental Frill, Cravate Oriental Ancien, Altorientalische Movchen, Vecchio Cravattato Orientale, Старая восточная Сова - a variety that has been developed in the regions of Asia Minor, entered from Turkey through Balkan. However, intensive development carried out in Germany, in Nuremberg, the first time in 2006. The varieties are classified as owl ( mövchen ) types, including very popular, and despite having the ability to fly very nice, practically the entire development is to improve the quality of the display. This variety is known as the ancestor of Oriental Frill.

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Old German Owl ( Altdeutsches Mövchen )

Altdeutsches Mövchen - Cravaté Allemand ancien - Old German Owl

The Old German Owl - or also known by the names: Cravate Allemand ancien, Altdeutsche Movchen, Vecchio Cravattato Tedesco, Старогерманская сова - is characteristic of the original group of owl Germany (schildmövchen), which is characterized by a pattern of staining feathers like a bird Gulls Herring but new varieties are recognized as separate in 1956 - and the varieties are classified into this type of OWL, by USA-NPA was received in 1999. it can fly well, but more developed for appearance.

French Owl Pigeons ( Cravaté Francais )

Französisches Mövchen - Cravaté Francais - French Owl

Fancy pigeon French Owl - or also known by the names: Cravate Francais, Französisches Movchen, Cravattato Francese, Французская сова - is one old race that came from Francis, but the information has been discovered since when was developed (only expected around the beginning of 1800s an). Varieties are classified as types of owl pigeons, is the only "owl" representing Francis varieties. This variety is able to fly very well, but its development is solely for the purpose of appearance.

Barbet of Liège pigeons ( Luikse Barbet )

Lütticher Barbet  -  Barbet Liègeois  -  Barbet of Liège  -  Luikse Barbet

As its name suggests the Liège barbet was created in the Liege region during the 19 th century. This is the result of crosses between the snub pigeon pigeon and a cravat (the French cravat when and which resembled the cravat current Liège). The currently missing snub pigeon was used to create other breeds between the Liège another traveler .We called snub because of its very short beak .The barbet Liege was used as a messenger. This is a very social pigeon vis-à-vis other even smaller breeds, and is attached to his pigeon loft, so can be released from custody. As the name suggests it is in Group 8 of cravats pigeons.

German Shield Owl ( Deutsches Schildmövchen )

Deutsches Schildmövchen - Cravaté Allemand à bouclier colorée - German Shield Owl

The German Shield Owl is a breed that originally came from Asia but was developed further in Germany. This breed has a short round and broad stance. They look like they are always proud in the way they stand. The feathers of the body are white with wings shield markings. The beak is very short and flesh colored. The German Shield Owl comes in smooth-headed, point-headed and scallop-headed. The owl breeds of pigeons are known to be a calm show pigeon that enjoys human interaction. They are friendly and easy to breed which would make them a great starter pigeon for someone or just as a pet pigeon. These are classified as a fancy breed.

Ghent owl pigeons ( Gentse Meeuw )

Genter Mövchen -  Cravaté Gantois -  Ghent Owl  - Gentse Meeuw

Fancy pigeon Ghent Owl - or also known by the names : Cravate Gantois , Genter Movchen , Гентская сова - a variety that originated from Smerles and Flanders ( Belgium ) , which is known developed since the 1960s . Varieties are classified into types of OWL , is one of the main Movchen race in Europe, and have spread quite widely to various countries . Although it has a good ability to fly , but its development is intended only for appearance's sake .

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Oriental frill pigeons

Orientalisches Mövchen - Cravaté Oriental - Oriental Frill

The Oriental Frill is one of the Owl Pigeons, which are noted for their very short beaks and rounded heads. Due to the shortness of the beak, they are poor feeders of their young and often these are given to surrogate parents for raising. The Oriental Frill is an ancient Turkish breed. Blondinettes and Satinettes are the most common varieties. The original form is still being kept as the Old Fashioned Oriental Frill.

Polish Owl Pigeons ( Mewka Polska )

Polnisches Mövchen  -  Cravaté Polonais  -  Polish Owl  -  Mewka Polska

The polish owl is a breed of fancy pigeon. polish owl, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon Small sized pigeon, the smaller the better. It is very lively and likes attention.

Valencian Figurita | Figurita Frill ( Figurita de Sevilla )

Figurita Mövchen - Cravaté Figurita - Valencian Frill - Figurita de Sevilla

The Valencian Figurita is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. The Valencian Figurita originated in Valencia, Spain hundreds of years ago and is the smallest (4-6 ounces) of the many fancy pigeon breeds. The breed is promoted by the Valencian Figurita and Italian Owl Club  in the United States, by the Figurita Club Nederland in the Netherlands, and by the Figurita-Movchen-Club Deutschland  in Germany. Valencian Figuritas are bred in the colors black, red, yellow, silver, blue, white, dun, ash-red, and blue and red grizzle. It also appears in the patterns bar, check, and spread. Valencian Figuritas, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants of the rock pigeon (Columba livia). The Figurita is known for its small size, angular-shaped head, frilled chest feathers, and perky disposition.

African owl pigeons

Einfarbiges Mövchen - African Owl -  African Owl

The African Owl is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. They originated in Tunisia, and were imported into England during the 19th century. The breed is known for its short beak, which gives the breed the "Owl" name due to the size and shape. They were originally referred to as "Foreign Owls", as a similar type of pigeon had already been known in England, which upon the importation of the African Owl became known as the "English Owl". The main difference between the two types of owl was that the African or "Foreign" variety was noticeably smaller. As with other types of "owl" pigeons, the African Owl has a crest of feathers running down the front of its breast, which is called the jabot, also known as a tie or cravat. The body of an African Owl is short and plump, and the head is smooth and unadorned with rough feathers. The beak of this breed is short and stout, and it is this beak which gives the Owl type their name, being turned down in shape. Lewis Wright wrote in The Practical Pigeon Keeper of the delicate nature of these types of pigeons; "Foreign Owls require to have their lofts well ventilated, yet perfectly free from damp and draught, else they die by dozens: in fact, they are at the best exceedingly delicate birds."

Turbit pigeon

Turbitmövchen - Cravaté Turbit - Turbit owl

Turbit - or also known by the names : Cravate Turbit , Turbitmövchen , Turbito , Турбит - a variety that originated in England , but has not found the information since when began to be developed (possibly 17th century or 18th ) , and is believed to be the result of cross- mating of varieties Anatolian Owl with Show Antwerp . Varieties that are inserted into the OWL type , classified as very popular in many countries in Europe , became the main collection are many fancier and breeder. This variety is informed to have the ability to fly was good , but so far the development aspects of the appearance more of a concern .

Hamburg Sticken owl pigeon ( Hamburger Sticken )

Hamburger Sticken - Cravaté de Hambourg - Hamburg Sticken pigeons

Fancy pigeon Hamburg Sticken - or also known by the names : Cravate de Hambourg , Hamburger Sticken , Cravattato in Amburgo , Гамбургская сова - a variety that originated from Hamburg ( Germany ) , but have not found the information about how long this variety is developed , only an estimated probably around the 1700s or earlier , given its status as one of the races of old Germany . Varieties are classified into types of OWL , has a good ability to fly , but more popular as an ornamental pigeon .