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Bird DNA Sexing
Why DNA Sexing Matters
Accurate sex determination is essential for breeding, conservation, and pet ownership, particularly in monomorphic species where males and females appear identical. Even in species with visible differences between males and females, gender traits often develop only in adulthood. Knowing a bird’s sex is crucial for forming proper breeding pairs, helping breeders, and providing important information to pet owners and buyers before selling birds.
Sample Collection Process
To submit a sample for Bird DNA Sexing, follow these steps:
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Pluck 5-6 feathers from the bird’s chest area.
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Place the feathers in an envelope or a plastic zip-lock bag.
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Label the envelope or zip-lock bag with your bird ID (such as the bird’s name, ring number, or cage number).
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Complete the sample acceptance form and submit it along with the samples (available at the Genetech Reception or downloadable here).
You can submit the samples in person or by courier to:
Genetech
54 Kitulwatte Road,
Colombo 00800
For mail or courier submissions, place the sealed samples and completed sample acceptance form inside an envelope. We will notify you once the samples have been received.
What we offer
We provide 99.9% accurate molecular sexing for a wide range of bird species. Our method is non-invasive, typically using feathers, though blood and other tissues are also accepted. The process is quick, efficient, and cost-effective, delivering reliable results for bird owners, breeders, and conservationists.
