Saxon Wing Pigeon
The Saxon wing pigeon is a German color pigeon whose identity centers on wing markings within the Saxon fancy-pigeon tradition. It is related in spirit to other named Saxon forms, but the placement and balance of color on the wings give it its own place. Because wing, shield, saddle, and swallow terms can sound close to newcomers, the exact standard is important when judging what counts as a correct bird.
Owners keep Saxon wing pigeons primarily for exhibition, breeding, and preservation of regional type. The practical work is quiet and exacting: clean housing, good bathing access, careful handling, and pairings chosen for both marking and structure. A strong bird should look tidy at rest, with wing color that reads clearly without overwhelming the whole pigeon. When trading birds, photographs of both folded wings and general stance help avoid misunderstandings about the name.
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