Belgian racing pigeon sells for €1.6 million at auction
16 November 2020 |
2:33 pm
The pigeon, New Kim, was acquired by a wealthy Chinese buyer. Pigeon racing is an age-old working class hobby rooted in Belgian and Dutch life that has gained popularity in Asia as a gambling activity.
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