6 . LOSSESIn Western Europe fanciers have faced very serious losses of young birds in the last few decades. And the weirdest things happen. Like J vd Putten, a so called young bird specialist. He had trained his youngsters many times from all directions. Then on a sunny Sunday he let them out and 25 birds from 52 he never saw back. Another example is That from Mr. Stabel. He as well had trained his youngsters about at times. They were always released at the same place, 10 kilometers from home, the 11 th time one third of the birds got repaid. Again in nice weather. Fanciers thathave solves 70% of Their babies before the racing season starts are no exception.