Basra Dewlap
The Basra dewlap is a Middle Eastern domestic pigeon breed linked with Basra in southern Iraq. It is usually described among dewlap or Baghdad-type pigeons, birds marked by a strong beak, substantial head, and a loose fold of skin under the throat. The breed reflects a long regional culture of keeping pigeons for display, identity, and sometimes controlled flight, with color less important than body type and the characteristic dewlap.
Lofts for Basra dewlaps should be roomy, dry, and protected from damp litter, because larger, heavier pigeons do best when they can perch and nest without crowding. Breeders look for a visible but healthy dewlap, clear breathing, good fertility, and parents that feed squabs reliably. In cooler climates they may need shelter from drafts, while in hot areas shade and fresh water are critical. As with many Iraqi and Gulf-region pigeons, names can be used differently by local fanciers, so source and family history matter when buying breeding stock.
Colors: Almond, Ash Red, Bar, Barless, Black, Blue, Brown, Checker, Dilute, Dun, Grizzle, Indigo, Mottle, Opal, Pied, Recessive Red, Red, Silver, Splash, Spread, White, Yellow
