Possibilities of individual identification for birds

Citation
V. Molnar et al., Possibilities of individual identification for birds, MAGY ALLATO, 122(5), 2000, pp. 259-262
Citations number
7
Categorie Soggetti
Veterinary Medicine/Animal Health
Journal title
MAGYAR ALLATORVOSOK LAPJA
ISSN journal
0025004X → ACNP
Volume
122
Issue
5
Year of publication
2000
Pages
259 - 262
Database
ISI
SICI code
0025-004X(200005)122:5<259:POIIFB>2.0.ZU;2-I
Abstract
This article gives a brief overview of the methods applicable for individua l identification of birds. The advantages and disadvantages of pedigram, cr aniogram, tattoo, wing marking, foot ring, implanted transponder (microchip ) and DNA fingerprint are discussed, together with their implications for e nvironmental protection.