Pigeon Genetics

Pigeon Genetics Center for enhancing, counseling and reliability of the Genetic Quality of Racing pigeons.

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Latest news

Favorable variant of the new CRY1 gene (cryptochrome 1) very dominant in the Best Kittel family

DNA testing has revealed the rare and beneficial TT variant of this newly discovered gene is very dominantly present in this family of pigeons.

Mon, 30/01/23

Breeding strategies with genotypes ; inheritance and tips

Victory Best Kittel was tested TTTT for the new CRY1 gene

Mon, 24/10/22

New magnetoreception gene Cryptochrome 1 (CRY1) influences racing performance of racing pigeons

A new gene has been found with a statistical association with good competition performance. In addition to the already well-known genes LDHA and DRD4, there is thus a new relevant marker that can help breeding strategies to try to breed better performing pigeons.

Mon, 21/03/22

How to request your DNA tests for your pigeons?

The easiest and cheapest way is to request the tests directly on our website. Click on "Request your DNA tests here" or "log in" to go to your account. If you do not have an account yet, you have to create one first.

Fri, 01/01/21

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About us

PiGen stands for Pigeon Genetics, a centre for the improvement, counselling and reliability of the genetic quality of racing pigeons.

PiGen was started by two veterinarians, Ruben Lanckriet and Pascal Lanneau, to meet the many questions concerning the scientific proof of the pigeon's parentage.

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