Hungarian Fantail
The American Pigeon Journal (APJ) was an American magazine, often believed to be the first pigeon breeding magazine in the US. It hailed from the west coast – originally Southern California. At that time, it was called the "Pacific Squab Journal" (PSJ), and was first published in 1913. It was not, however, the first magazine devoted to pigeons in America. Even "The Fancier" was not first. It was already in publication in 1886, but even others preceded it."The Fancier", however, had ceased publication before the PSJ began. The "Pigeon News" also started before the APJ, starting in 1895 but ceased publication around 1967 while the APJ continued until 1994, a total of 81 continuous years. While the first issue was devoted mainly to squabbing utility breeds in California, it opened the door to a wider audience, including fancy pigeons along the Pacific coast. In addition to the magazine, they also published books relating to the hobby and business, including "American Squab Culture", and Profitable Pigeon Breeding by Arthur Hazard Although many issues are now over 100 years old, many can be found in Wiki commons and on the web include Abe books
| Life Span | 6-15 years |
| Weight | 0.2-0.5 kg |
What to Know Before Buying a Hungarian Fantail
Finding a responsible Hungarian Fantail breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells pigeons commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.
Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Hungarian Fantail. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.
Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Hungarian Fantails appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.
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