The list of participating pigeons is now available.

Although the minimum quota of 500 pigeons was not reached, the Portuguese Federation decided that the prizes will be awarded in full, rather than recalculate the prizes proportionally as ruled in the participating conditions.

Last Wednesday, March 1^st 2006, we were informed by the Portuguese Veterinary Authorities that, due to the increase of cases of Avian Influenza in different countries of Western Europe, they will not allow the entry of foreign pigeons for participation in the Mira One Loft Races 2006.

The document from the Veterinary Authorities reads (english translation):
From: the National Animal Health Service
Subject: International Championships for Pigeons
Due to the propagation of the virus H5N1 of the Avian Influenza in different countries of the European Community, we have to inform you that no competition is allowed with pigeons proceeding from countries of the European Community and/or from other countries. 
Best Regards

You may view the original document.

The regulations for the Mira 2006 championships have been added.