Complete your DNA Bird Sexing Test in 4 simple steps

1. Label each collection bag or envelope
   
   Label a plastic bag or envelope forevery bird. Use identification, or name. ie . Ring No.3A, Charlie-Bird, etc
   
   
2. Print out this form

   Print out the Sample Form and fill in information about the birds being sexed. (Click here to download the form.)

3. Take the bird samples
   
   Pull 2 feathers from the bird with one swift motion and place them in the bag or envelope labeled for that bird.

   You cannot use feathers that have been picked up
   off the floor.

   

   You can pull any feathers for sexing, but try not to make them too small (ie. not less than 2cm or 1 inch). The best size is between 4 - 8 cm (2-3 inches).

4. Return the form and samples to our laboratory
   
   
   1. Make sure all the samples are correctly labeled.
   2. Make sure the payment details have been provided in the Sample Form.
   3. Insert the labeled samples & Sample Form in your envelope.
   4. Mail your samples to our laboratory at

   DNA SOLUTIONS
   4 Eastgate Court
   WANTIRNA VIC 3152, AUSTRALIA
   

   If you have a windowed envelope, no need to write our address, simply use the dotted lines to fold the Sample Form and introduce the form in the windowed envelope making our address visible.

   *You will receive your results in 5 business days from the reception of your samples.

Click below to order your blood kits online

Order your Blood Kits Online

$0.65 per kit with a minimum order of 10

Please follow the steps below to complete the blood collection for the bird sexing test:

1. Use a blood sampling kit.
   
   
2. Label one end of the blood card with the bird's species and identification, and copy it onto the form.
   
   
3. Restrain the bird with a firm but gentle hold. The medial metatarsal vein (leg) can be pricked by a pin or needle and allow a drop of blood to form, before touching the drop to the labeled blood card. Only one drop is required.
   
   
4. Clean thoroughly or replace the pin between birds. Ensure the bleeding has stopped before returning the bird to its cage.
   
   
5. Allow the blood to dry for at least 10 minutes before placing it into the plastic bag.
   
   
6. Send the samples with a completed order form to the address below.

DNA SOLUTIONS
4 Eastgate Court
WANTIRNA VIC 3152, AUSTRALIA

If you have a windowed envelope, no need to write our address, simply use the dotted lines to fold the Sample Form and introduce the form in the windowed envelope making our address visible.

*You will receive your results in 5 business days from the reception of your samples.