Banding Blog: News, Resources, and More
New Products 2020
It's that time of year to start taking inventory of your field gear, airing out your nets, maybe doing some repairs, and replacing your old or damaged gear. It's a great time to check out what we have new for 2020 that can help you fill the gaps in your gear inventory.
The Bander's Code of Ethics
More than anything else, banders are responsible for the safety and welfare of the birds they study. This means that stress and risks of injury or death need to be minimized. Some basic rules are as follows.
Back in Stock: 1" Green Poles and Aluminum Gauges
Finally! We have the iconic green Avinet poles here for July 2019. We also have our aluminum leg gauges back in stock.
Methods for Proper Mist Net Handling and Storage
Proper mist net use 101: putting up, closing, taking down a net, and storage tips.
Ageing North American Landbirds by Molt Limits and Plumage Criteria
This photo guide accompanies Pyle Guide Part 1, and is extremely helpful as a visual aid in identification of molt limits and plumage patterns.
Bander Feature: Bird Banding at Empire Mine State Historic Park
Check out the wonderful work that the folks with Gold Country Avian Studies are doing at Empire Mine State Historic Park in California, USA. This is why we at Avinet love what we do: supporting conservation research.
Michigan Banding with Rich Keith: Banding Tips and Plier Use
Rich Keith discusses a brief history of bird banding, the different sizes of bands, and how to use and care for your banding pliers.
New Products for May 2019
We hope everyone is having a great start to spring migration and 2019 fieldwork! Check out some of these new products we have to offer.
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