DNA extraction enables the isolation and purification of genetic material by physical-
chemical methods. There are specific protocols for different types of samples as animal and …

In this study, it was aimed to isolate DNA from shed and waiting (at least two weeks) wing/tail
feathers of the Psittaciformes bird order (Ara chloropterus, Cacatua galerita, Lorius …

Sometimes, commercial products obtained from wild animals are sold as if they were from
domestic animals and vice versa. At this point of the productive chain, legal control of …

DNA extraction material can be obtained from the body part or body of a cell-containing
organism. Feather is part of the cover body that contains cell in the base. The use of feathers …

This study aimed to compare different DNA extraction methods to achieve higher amounts
and purity levels from molted feathers of pigeons (Columba livia f. domestica) and cockatiels …

Wild felids and canids are usually the main predators in the food chains where they dwell
and are almost invisible to behavior and ecology researchers. Due to their grooming …

Non-invasive sampling methods are major constituents for the genetic analysis of birds.
Thus, molted feathers are a precious source of DNA. For successful genetic assessments …

Trade in endangered species causes a significant loss of biodiversity. Each year, millions of
endangered animals are unlawfully killed or captured for trophy hunting, collections of …

Formalin-preserved biological samples obtained from endangered species are valuable in
assessing genetic diversity. To make use of snow leopard samples preserved in formalin …

Five different protocols, viz. Andleeb et al.(2012), Shrivastava et al.(2012), Phenol
chloroform DNA extraction method, Roboscreen Kit method and Phenol chloroform triton …