Tipler
The tippler is a breed of bred to participate in endurance competitions. Flying results of up to 22 hours (non-stop) have been reported. Origins The pigeon evolved from the rock pigeon ( Columba livia ) that is endemic to the region between the Mediterranean and China . Some pigeon breeds are believed to have originated from the Middle East , although the origin of the tippler is uncertain. The predominant theory is that the tippler was a cross breed , between the homing pigeon and the cumulet . This cross-breeding was thought to improve the bird's endurance and allow a larger flight range. It is proposed that selection for this long-term flying ability helped to eliminate its progenitor's tumbling flight behavior. The breed is believed to have originated in 1845, near the silk milling towns of Congleton and Macclesfield in East Cheshire , England. The breeder's aim was ...