The African Owl pigeon is a breed of domestic fancy pigeon. It was originated in Tunisia and actually was developed over many years of selective breeding.
This breed and other varieties of domesticated pigeons, all are descendants from the feral or wild rock pigeon. It was imported into England from Tunis during the 19th century. It is also known as Foreign Owl.
The African Owl pigeon is well known for it’s short beak, which gives the breed the ‘Owl‘ name due to the size and shape.
Currently the breed is raised as a fancy breed. Read more information about this beautiful breed of domesticated pigeon below.
African Owl Pigeon Appearance
African Owl pigeon is an average sized breed with very beautiful and uncommon appearance. It is actually noted for it’s very short beak and rounded head.
These birds should have a very ball-shaped head, which these birds carry held back above a thrust out chest. They have a crest of feathers running down the front of their breast. This crest of feathers is called the jabot, and also known as a tie or cravat.
Their body is short and plump, the head is smooth and unadorned with rough feathers. Their beak is short and stout and turned down in shape. Photo and info from Wikipedia.
Uses
African Owl pigeon is a fancy pigeon breed. It is raised for show purpose and good for raising as pets.
Special Notes
The African Owl pigeon is one of the most docile pigeon breeds. It is of excellent behavior and very good for raising as pets.
These birds are easily tamed and make excellent pets. They are poor feeders of their young due to the shortness of the beak.
Currently it is a common breed and raised for exhibition purpose. However, review full breed profile of the African Owl pigeon in the following chart.
| Breed Name | African Owl |
| Other Name | Foreign Owl |
| Breed Purpose | Exhibition, pets |
| Special Notes | Beautiful birds, attractive appearance, noted for it’s very short beak and rounded head, docile, good behavior, easily tamed, good for exhibition purpose, good for raising as pets |
| Breed Class | Average |
| Climate Tolerance | All climates |
| Flying Ability | Good |
| As Pets | Good |
| Color | Many |
| Rarity | Common |
| Country/Place of Origin | Tunisia |
