Figure 17. Pigeon breeding record.
(7) Notes. A small space below each entry, as indicated in figure 16, is used to show:
(a) Date youngster was hatched.
(b) Performance record of the youngster.
(c) Band numbers of any of its outstanding offspring.
(d) Under Sire and Dam, performance record of parent, including maximum flight distance to date, and outstanding racing performance if any.
c. Pigeon Flight Record Book, WD SC Form 1183 ([fig. 18]). The pigeon flight-record book contains flight records of all the birds housed in one loft and is a complete account of their individual performances and training. Each flight made by a pigeon is entered on its record. A flight record is started for each youngster when it is removed from its parents and placed in the flying loft. The record is kept up to date. Entries should be made as follows:
(1) Band number. Data on the identification band as shown on the breeding card.
(2) Color. Color of the pigeons, also taken from the breeding card.