The Australian Saddleback Tumbler pigeon is a breed of domestic fancy pigeon which is known for it’s distinctive color pattern.
As the name suggests, the breed was developed in Australia and was first recognized as a breed in the year of 1917. It was developed in Australia over many years of selective breed.
This breed and other varieties of domesticated pigeons, all are descendants from the wild or feral rock pigeon. It is grouped as Tumblers, Rollers and High Flyers by the US Breed Group.
Currently the Australian Saddleback Tumbler pigeon is raised for show or exhibition purpose in it’s native area, and also raised for flying. Read some more information about this breed below.
Australian Saddleback Tumbler Pigeon Appearance
The Australian Saddleback Tumbler pigeon is an average sized breed of domesticated pigeons. It is a very beautiful breed, and well known for it’s distinctive color pattern.
These birds usually are feather-legged, although a clean-legged variety does exist.
The breed was actually named so because of the distinctive saddle-shaped marking on the back. The marking on the head can be either a stripe or a spot. The stripe is most common.
The Australian Saddleback Tumbler pigeon breed can appear in any color. Some of the most common color of these birds are almond, andalusian, black, blue, silver, red and yellow. Photo and info from Wikipedia.
Uses
Australian Saddleback Tumbler pigeon is raised for both flying and exhibition purpose.
Special Notes
The Australian Saddleback Tumbler pigeon is a very beautiful bird with distinctive color pattern. It is very hardy and strong bird. It is classified as Tumblers, Rollers and High Flyers by the US Breed Group.
Currently the breed is raised for both flying and show or exhibition purposes.
However, review full breed profile of this pigeon breed in the following chart.
| Breed Name | Australian Saddleback Tumbler |
| Other Name | None |
| Breed Purpose | Exhibition, pets |
| Special Notes | Beautiful birds, attractive appearance, active, strong, good for show or exhibition, good for raising as pets |
| Breed Class | Average |
| Climate Tolerance | Native climates |
| Flying Ability | Very good |
| As Pets | Good |
| Color | Many. Common colors are almond, andalusian, black, blue, silver, red and yellow |
| Rarity | Common |
| Country/Place of Origin | Australia |
