Jacobin Pigeon

Jacobin Pigeon – Complete Description

About Jacobin Pigeon
Jacobin Pigeon is one of the most elegant fancy pigeon breeds in the world. It is famous for its
unique hood of feathers around the head and neck, giving it a royal and majestic appearance.

Size & Lifespan
• Adult Weight: 300–600 grams
• Body Length: 25–35 cm
• Lifespan: 10–15 years
• Colors: White, Black, Red, Yellow, Blue, Silver

Food Habits
Jacobin Pigeons enjoy:
• Maize (Corn)
• Wheat
• Millet
• Sorghum (Jowar)
• Peas
• Safflower seeds
• Pigeon feed mix
• Mineral grit
• Calcium supplements
• Fresh clean water

Daily Water Requirement
Fresh clean drinking water should always be available.

Foods to Avoid
Do NOT feed:
• Chocolate
• Avocado
• Salty foods
• Moldy grains
• Rotten food
• Alcohol
• Excess oily foods
• Processed human snacks

Breeding Information
• Breeding age: 6–8 months
• Best breeding age: 1–5 years
• Eggs per clutch: Usually 2 eggs
• Incubation period: 17–19 days
• Both male and female incubate eggs

Baby Pigeon Care
• Chicks are fed crop milk by parents
• Nesting period: 4–5 weeks
• Keep nest clean and dry
• Provide calcium and vitamins for healthy chick growth

Housing & Maintenance
Loft Requirements
• Clean and spacious loft
• Good ventilation
• Dry environment
• Nest boxes for breeding pairs
• Protection from predators

Daily Care
• Fresh feed daily
• Clean water daily
• Regular loft cleaning
• Adequate sunlight and airflow

Health Care
• Regular deworming
• Vaccination as recommended by avian veterinarians
• Mineral and vitamin supplements
• Immediate treatment of sick birds

Special Features
• Distinctive feather hood around head and neck
• Premium exhibition pigeon
• Elegant royal appearance
• Calm temperament
• Excellent breeding potential
• Popular among fancy pigeon enthusiasts worldwide

Contact Information
For pigeon pairs and livestock inquiries:
Sri Krishna Poultry Farm
7795553935
9741235052