tL's phOTOGRAPH_oF_tHE_dAY #1449 - Pigeon racing is a sport involving the release of specially trained racing pigeons, which return to their homes over a measured distance. Pigeons are the oldest domesticated bird; pigeon racing originated in Belgium in the mid 19th century.
Racing pigeons are bred for their homing ability and the ability to carry messages. "Pigeon Posts" have been established all over the world, mainly used in the military and are still in service today.
Once popular, the sport has experienced a downturn in participants in recent years, due to the rising cost of the sport, aging fanciers and a lack of (new) public interest.
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