Parrot Identification Leg Bands
May 22, 2015 • Healthy Lifestyle, HARI TV, Early Parrot Education, FAQ
This brief video overview explores the various methods of leg band identification in birds.
- Closed or open leg bands for identification
- Open sexing bands
- Quarantine bands
- Information a leg band may reveal
- HARI birds identified with HARI and RCH leg bands for lifelong tracking
- Species specific and individual consideration for leg band sizes
- Safety concerns
- Considerations for older birds (injury, pododermatitis)
- If removal of a band is necessary, it should be discussed with your avian veterinarian
- Alternative identification such as microchipping