Micholaiyvski Shield Tumbler
The Micholaiyvski shield tumbler is a Ukrainian domestic pigeon breed whose name is usually connected with Mykolaiv, also historically rendered Nikolaev or Nikolayev in translation. It is a tumbler-type pigeon descended from Columba livia, with a shield pattern in which the wing shields carry the main color against a contrasting body. As with many Eastern European pigeon names, spellings vary in English. The breed is recognized by its regional origin, marked wings, and the compact active character expected in tumbler families.
Loft management should match the breeder's goal. If the line is flown, young birds need careful settling, controlled exercise, and protection from predators; if kept for exhibition, feather condition and clean shield markings take more attention. Breeding good shield tumblers is slower than simply pairing two attractive birds, because wing color, body whiteness, head type, and vigor all have to be kept in balance. Before purchasing, ask which Mykolaiv or Ukrainian standard is being followed and look at several related birds before judging quality.
Colors: Almond, Ash Red, Bar, Barless, Black, Blue, Brown, Checker, Dilute, Dun, Grizzle, Indigo, Mottle, Opal, Pied, Recessive Red, Red, Silver, Splash, Spread, White, Yellow
