Parlor Roller facts for kids
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Black Tigered Parlor Roller
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| Conservation status | Common |
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| Country of origin | Scotland |
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| US Breed Group | Flying |
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| Parlor Rollers generally lose the ability to fly after they reach maturity | |
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The Parlor Roller is a unique type of domesticated pigeon. It was developed in Scotland by people who carefully chose which pigeons to breed. This process is called selective breeding. Like all domesticated pigeons, Parlor Rollers are descendants of the wild rock pigeon (Columba livia).
This breed is famous for its amazing trick: it performs somersaults on the ground! Instead of flying, these pigeons roll backwards, sometimes for a long distance.
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What Makes Parlor Rollers Special?
Parlor Rollers are known for their incredible ground-rolling ability. They don't just tumble a little bit; some can roll many feet! This unique skill is what makes them so popular among pigeon enthusiasts.
How They Roll
When a Parlor Roller performs, it pushes off with its feet and flips backward. It keeps doing this over and over, creating a continuous rolling motion. It looks a bit like a gymnast doing a backflip, but on the ground!
Why They Don't Fly
As Parlor Rollers grow up, most of them lose the ability to fly. This might seem strange for a pigeon. However, their special rolling talent is what breeders focus on. They are bred for their ground performance, not for flying.
Parlor Roller Competitions
Even though they don't fly, Parlor Rollers are often part of the Flying/Sporting group of pigeons in the United States. This is because they compete in special events.
Judging the Roll
In these competitions, judges mainly look at how far a pigeon rolls. The longer the roll, the better! The pigeon's appearance is not as important as its rolling performance. These events are a fun way for owners to show off their pigeons' unique skills.
