The French Mondain pigeon is a breed of domestic fancy pigeon from France. It is a utility breed and was developed over many years of selective breeding.
This breed and all other varieties of domesticated pigeons, all are descendants from the wild or feral rock pigeon. Read some more information about this breed below.
French Mondain Pigeon Characteristics
French Mondain pigeon is a large breed with impressive, well-rounded body. These birds have broad body and boxy looking. If seen from the above, they have a tapered look from the wide shoulders to the neat and trim tail.
Average body height of the French Mondain pigeon is about 40 cm. And live body weight of the mature birds is between 850 and 1130 grams. Photo and info from RightPet and Wikipedia.
Uses
The French Mondain pigeon is mainly bred as a utility breed. These birds are excellent for meat production.
Special Notes
The French Mondain pigeon is an impressively chunky bird which is mainly raised for food. They squabs grow very fast. But today the breed is also raised for show purpose.
There is some dispute about which birds are true French Mondains, so if you are planning to show your birds, it is important to educate yourself about your club’s standards.
If properly handled from an early age, these birds make excellent pets and become very tame. Average lifespan of these birds is about 7 to 10 years.
However, review full breed profile of this breed in the following chart.
| Breed Name | French Mondain |
| Other Name | None |
| Breed Purpose | Utility, exhibition, pets |
| Special Notes | Beautiful birds, attractive appearance, excellent for exhibition purpose, very good for utility purpose, good for raising as pets, fast growers, easily tamed |
| Breed Class | Large |
| Weight | 850-1130 grams |
| Climate Tolerance | Native climates |
| Flying Ability | Poor |
| As Pets | Good |
| Color | Many |
| Rarity | Common |
| Country/Place of Origin | France |
