Bird species ID using through DNA testing can provide a quick, non-invasive method for determining species identity. The genetic analysis of DNA for species identification can be an accurate and affordable tool for conservation programmes, combatting the illegal wildlife trade, breeding and bird strike cases.
Please not that this service is unable to determine hybrid species. For this analysis, the widely used region for DNA barcoding, Cytochrome c Oxidase subunit I (COI) is sequenced. COI is a mitochondrial gene and therefore inherited exclusively from the mother of the tested bird. For this reason only the analysis identifies only the maternal line of the tested bird and therefore would be unable to identify both species present.
If you believe the species may potentially be a Gyrfalcon or Saker falcon, research into these species has shown that they are paraphyletic. This means that they share the same common ancestor and unfortunately it is not possible to distinguish the two species using this method (COI).
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Instructions
If you would like us to send out a free sampling kit, please email sales@chxout.com.
- Collect a blood, feather or egg membrane sample using the Sampling Instructions document.
- Ensure that your samples are sealed securely and labelled correctly.
- Package your samples safely, including your client reference for identification.
- Send your samples to us at chXout, The Durham Genome Centre, Park House, Station Road, Lanchester, DH7 0EX.
When your sample arrives with us, you will receive an email to confirm sample receipt and expected due date.
We do not operate on weekends or bank holidays and the day your sample is logged at our laboratory is considered “day 0.”
Results are provided within the turnaround time chosen by email with a report as a PDF attachment.
