African Owl
A compact, round-headed pigeon prized for its extremely short beak and large eyes. Popular among serious collectors. Gentle and easy to tame.
Ask about African OwlAt Vinfarm Solutions, we breed fancy and show pigeons for hobby keepers, families, schools and hotels. We sell pairs and teach loft building, feeding and breeding.
Pigeons need little space and little feed: 10 pairs fit in a loft of about 2 × 3 m with a small flight, and an adult eats only 35–50 g of grain a day.
A pair can raise a new round of young about every 6–8 weeks, and good breeders produce for 6–8 years. Hobby keepers, families, schools, hotels and resorts buy fancy pairs, and pigeon droppings make excellent garden fertiliser.

| Item | Guide |
|---|---|
| Space | About 0.3 m² per pair (0.5 m² large breeds) |
| Flight | At least the loft floor area |
| Nest boxes | One per pair + 1–2 spare |
| Perches | One per bird + 20% |
| Height | 1.8–2 m |
| Floor | Raised timber or concrete |
Fancy, show and utility breeds.
A compact, round-headed pigeon prized for its extremely short beak and large eyes. Popular among serious collectors. Gentle and easy to tame.
Ask about African OwlOne of the most popular ornamental pigeons worldwide. The broad fan-shaped tail is the defining feature. Easy to keep in open aviaries.
Ask about FantailThe original homing pigeon. Highly intelligent, returns home from great distances. Popular in Kenyan pigeon racing clubs.
Ask about Homer / RacingThe largest domestic pigeon breed. Raised for squab (young pigeon meat) or as a show bird. Very calm and easy to breed.
Ask about King PigeonNamed after Jacobin monks for its distinctive feather hood. A rare and prized collector's pigeon.
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Damp lofts cause respiratory disease: ventilate high under the roof, not with draughts at bird level. Use strong wire mesh and a solid floor to keep out rats, cats and snakes.
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Yes: ornamental pigeon pairs are listed in the shop above. Call or WhatsApp +254 720 336 363 for the breeds available now.
About 0.3 m² of loft per pair (0.5 m² for large breeds), plus a flight at least the same size.
The hen lays 2 eggs that hatch after 17–18 days, and a pair can raise a new round about every 6–8 weeks.
A grain and legume mix, grit and minerals, and clean water. Adults eat only 30–50 g a day.
Popular, easy breeds such as Fantail and King. Buy from clean, healthy lofts and ask for rings and ages.
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