Reverse-wing Pouter

The Reverse-wing Pouter (German: Verkehrtflügelkröpfer) is a breed of fancy pigeon developed over many years of selective breeding. Reverse-wing Pouters, along with other varieties of domesticated pigeons, are all descendants from the rock pigeon (Columba livia).^[1] The breed is known for its eye-catching markings.^[2]

Reverse-wing Pouter

A black Reverse-wing Pouter
Conservation status	Common
Other names	Reverse-wing Cropper (also spelled Reversewing or Reverse Wing)
Country of origin	Germany
Classification
US Breed Group	Fancy
EE Breed Group	Pouter/cropper
Pigeon Columba livia

Origin

The breed originated in Saxony and Thuringia in the early 19th century.^[2]

See also

• List of pigeon breeds