Why the Right Price Matters
A price that is too low undermines your reputation — people will assume something is wrong with the bird. A price that is too high without justification drives away serious buyers. The goal is to sell at real value.
What Influences a Pigeon's Price
- Pedigree — line of known fanciers, champions in the family tree
- Personal performance — race placings, recorded velocities
- Age — youngsters sell better than 4-year-old adults
- Health — medical certificate, recent tricho/cocci tests
- Appearance — full plumage, bright eyes, good muscle
In brief: A pigeon without documented evidence is worth at most €10–20 on the local market. One with pedigree + placings can reach €100–400 or more.
Where to Sell in Romania
- Dedicated Facebook groups for pigeon racing (10,000+ active members)
- Loftoria.eu — Marketplace section
- Regional shows and races — direct contact
- Personal network — fanciers from your club
How to Prepare Your Listing
A good listing includes: 3–4 clear photos (front, profile, tail), scanned or photographed pedigree, performance in the last 2 seasons, health status, firm or negotiable price.
Tip: Film the bird in flight for 2–3 minutes. A good flight clip convinces buyers more than 10 static photos.
Common Mistakes
- Exaggerated prices without any performance evidence
- Blurry photos or photos taken in poor light
- Missing health information
- Excessive negotiation — if you have a price, hold it
- Selling sick birds without informing the buyer
Concrete Action Steps
- Create a file for each bird for sale: photos, pedigree, test results
- Set the price based on evidence, not emotion
- Post on at least 2 platforms simultaneously
- Reply within 24h to any message — serious buyers do not wait