Pomeranian Show Crest Highflyer
The Pomeranian show crest highflyer comes from the German-Baltic highflyer tradition, where some regional flying pigeons were later refined for exhibition. Its name points to Pomeranian origin and a visible head crest, with the exact crest form and color requirements depending on the standard used. It remains a domestic Columba livia breed, generally compact and active, and is seen in a wide range of pigeon colors and wing patterns.
Some lines may retain active flying behavior, but many are kept mainly for show type. A safe loft with regular exercise, clean bath water, and secure trapping suits most highflyer-type pigeons. The crest needs no elaborate grooming, though breeders avoid matings that produce misshapen feathering or weak head structure. Because the English name is a translation, buyers often confirm the standard used by the breeder before comparing birds.
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
