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Microchip placement for identification of birds

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Individual identification is important for both laboratory and pet birds. This column gives instructions for placement of microchips in birds and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of this method of identification.

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Figure 2: An anesthetized bird is placed in dorsal recumbency in preparation for microchip implantation (the head is to the left).
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    Elinor Granzow

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Granzow, E. Microchip placement for identification of birds. Lab Anim 37, 21–22 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1038/laban0108-21

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