A Genetic Breeding Program for Racing Pigeons
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To those who carefully observe the sport though, there clearly are factors at work which contribute to the success of the winning bird. We all have known of those rare and exceptional birds that have amassed astonishing records. We have known or read of handlers who can consistently place near the top. We have known or read of breeders who consistently produce top birds. These amazing feats defy an explanation as simple as random luck.
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