Question: Were Phalène and Blue Lacy breeds bred for the same purpose?
Sentence (from "Italian Owl pigeon"): These include blue, silver, red, and yellow in the major three patterns of check, barred and bar-less; recessive reds, yellows and whites (these recessive birds are completely red, yellow or white and have no pattern); spread blacks (completely black birds); pied in the major colors and in various patterns; gold-collared birds in the major colors and patterns; grizzle; and almond, andalusian and indigo.
Relevant evidence: No