birdbanding

/ˈbɜːrdˌbændɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

The practice of attaching a band or other identifying marker to the leg of a bird, especially for population studies or research.

“The ornithologist spent years studying the results of her birdbanding project.”

Synonyms

  • banding
  • ringing

Antonyms

  • bird release
  • wildlife removal