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How to Sex a Budgie Bird: Visual Clues vs. DNA Testing
How to Sex a Budgie Bird? Budgies (also known as parakeets) are one of the most popular pet birds in the world, thanks to their vibrant personalities, bright feathers, and ability to mimic sounds. But when it comes to determining whether your budgie is male or female, things can get tricky—especially for young birds or…
How to Sex a Conure Bird: The DNA Testing is the Best Option
To sex a conure bird can be confusing, especially if you’re relying on physical traits alone. Here we will walk you through traditional and modern methods—especially DNA testing—for accurately determining the sex of your bird. Whether you’re a pet owner, breeder, or bird enthusiast, you’ll find practical tips and expert-backed information here. 1. What Is…
How to Tell the Sex of Pigeons: Pigeon DNA Sexing vs. 7 Common Traditional Methods
If you’ve ever tried to determine the sex of your pigeon just by looking—trust us, you’re not alone. At SENO Bird Sexing Lab, we’ve worked with thousands of pigeon breeders, hobbyists, and researchers who struggled to reliably identify male from female pigeons using visual cues alone. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the two…
What Is TRIzol DNA Extraction? How Do We Get Pigeons’ DNA?
When working with genetic material like DNA, choosing the right extraction method is crucial. In this article, we will walk you through two key parts: What is TRIzol DNA extraction and how is it used? How do we extract pigeon DNA for testing—and why do we use an alternative method that’s faster and more practical?…
What is Pigeon Rotavirus PCR? What Other Virus Can be Tested?
Pigeon Rotavirus PCR: The Fast and Reliable Way to Detect Viral Infections in Your Birds Pigeons—whether racing, show, or homing birds—play a significant role in many people’s lives. Keeping them healthy is essential. In recent years, rotavirus has become a growing concern in pigeon flocks. This virus spreads quickly and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and…
The Difference Between ELISA and PCR – in Bird Testing Services
1. PCR vs ELISA: Principles and Comparison in Bird Testing 1.1 PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) PCR is a molecular biology technique used to amplify specific DNA or RNA sequences. Its core principle involves denaturation of DNA, primer annealing, and extension by DNA polymerase through thermal cycling, resulting in exponential amplification of target sequences (Mullis &…
How Much is a DNA Test? Our Competitive Advantages
How Much is a DNA Test? The Breakdown of DNA test cost. 1. Overview and Background In today’s rapidly advancing biotechnological landscape, DNA testing has become fundamental in fields ranging from medicine and agriculture to environmental monitoring. Our laboratory, based in China, has carved out a niche in offering affordable, high-quality DNA testing services with…
Do DNA Tests Expire? Unveiling the Truth About DNA Testing
If you have a DNA test kit in hand, you might wonder: Do DNA tests expire? The answer is—it depends on the sample and storage conditions! But before you throw away your test kit, let’s break down everything from what DNA is to how DNA tests work and whether they expire. What Is DNA? Think…
How to Sex a Pigeon: The Most Accurate Methods Explained
How to Sex a Pigeon? If you’ve ever tried to determine the sex of a pigeon just by looking at it, you probably realized it’s not as easy as it seems. Unlike some animals where males and females have clear visual differences, pigeons are masters of disguise when it comes to gender. In this article,…
Bird Sex Testing: An In-Depth Analysis
As the bird breeding, research, and commercial markets continue to grow, many people search for “bird sex testing” or “bird gender test” to find out the technologies. This article provides a detailed explanation of why determining a bird’s sex is necessary, the various identification methods along with their pros and cons, the equipment and reagents…