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Racing Homer Pigeon

Racing Homers are a result of careful selective breeding from various types of homing pigeons. They’re trained to return to their home lofts over long distances, sometimes hundreds of miles, and the fastest bird wins.

 

Speed & Stamina: These birds can fly 50-60 mph and travel up to 600-700 miles in a day.

 

Homing Instinct: They have an innate ability to navigate back to their loft using the Earth’s magnetic field, sun positioning, and possibly even scent.

 

Intelligence: They can learn routes, respond to training, and develop strong bonds with their home and trainer.

 

 

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Uploaded on April 11, 2025
Taken on March 2, 2025