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Miscellaneous Breeds 



Under this head we may briefly consider a few of the 

 less well-known breeds which are worthy of mention. 



The ScANDAROON is a large, rather ungainly bird, with 

 a long, down-curved beak. Markings are as in the Magpie, 

 except that the head and upper neck are white, save a small 

 oval patch below each eye. There are also solid colored 

 birds. This is an ancient breed, which has been much used 

 in the foundation of modern races, such as the Show Homer 

 and the Magpie. 



The Archangel has no structural peculiarities, its form 

 being much like that of the common pigeon, except for a 

 very sharp, high crest on the head. The back, wings and 

 tail are metallic black, the remainder of the body being 

 either a dark, reddish bronze or a paler, yellowish shade. 

 The breed is noted for the richness and brilliancy of its 

 plumage, points in which it is unexcelled. 



The Russian Trumpeter is remarkable for its curious 

 voice and profuse feathering. It is a large-sized bird of 

 low stature. The head bears a heavy rosette, which radi- 

 ates in all directions from the center, as in the Crested 

 Canary, while on the nape is a well-developed shell crest. 

 The legs are very heavily feathered. In color there are 

 blacks, whites and mottles. 



The Frillback is of the common type of body, the legs 

 being lightly booted. Its distinguishing character is found 

 in the wing coverts, which are curled or frilled. Frillbacks 

 are bred in all colors, and just now are popular in this 

 country. 



Utility Breeds 



Under this head may be grouped a number of pigeons of 

 diverse appearance, but generally agreeing in their large 



