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ANIMAL
IDENTIFICATION: THE MACAQUE |
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Individual identification
of animals plays a critical role in accurate record keeping. There
are several methods of identification for each species. The needs
of your lab should dictate appropriate method for the animal identification.
USDA covered species are required by law to have permanent identification.
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| Method |
Advantages |
Disadvantages |
| Tattoo |
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- moderate expense
- Experience/skill required
- Anesthesia required
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| Transponders |
- Efficient
- Highly accurate
- Easy to use
- Anesthesia not required
- Permanent
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- Expensive
- Current technology lacks standardization among products
- Animal must be securely restrained
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