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Why We’re Obsessed with Silkie Chickens (And You Should Be Too) The fluffiest chicken in the world is more than just a pretty face. If...

Written by Katie Roesel of Fantasy Poultry Plus Edits and corrections by Affordable Avian Have you ever wondered what makes a chicken...

Affordable Avian has published this Muscovy Hatching Guide in conjunction with Fantasy Poultry Plus, a breeder of various types of...

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When it comes to pigeons and doves, appearances can be deceiving. These gentle birds often lack obvious external traits that distinguish males from females, making it tricky for breeders, bird owners, and enthusiasts to determine their gender—especially at a young age. That’s where DNA sexing comes in.

When it comes to raising happy, healthy lovebirds, knowing their gender can make a world of difference. Although lovebirds are known for their colorful feathers and affectionate personalities, figuring out whether you have a male or female just by looking can be surprisingly tricky — even for experienced bird owners!

Discover why AffordableAvian.com is the trusted choice for ostrich and emu DNA testing. Fast, accurate, and affordable bird sexing services tailored for ratites.​

Discover reliable and affordable DNA testing services for your backyard poultry. Fast results for bird sexing and disease detection to ensure a healthy flock.

Learn effective methods for determining the gender of baby chicks, including feather sexing, vent sexing, and more. Perfect for backyard poultry enthusiasts and beginners.

Discover precise and non-invasive ostrich DNA sexing techniques. Learn about the latest methods for accurate ostrich gender identification using feather samples and PCR

Discover precise and affordable DNA testing services for Silkie chickens. Learn how to accurately determine the gender of your Silkie chicks using feather or blood samples.

DNA sexing has become a go-to method for bird breeders, pet owners, and avian veterinarians who want accurate, early, and non-invasive gender identification. Despite its reliability, there are still a number of misconceptions floating around. Let’s bust the top five myths about bird DNA sexing.

Wondering if you should use a lab for bird DNA testing? Discover why professional laboratory testing offers the most accurate, reliable results for bird gender identification. Trust the experts at Affordable Avian.

DNA testing has revolutionized many industries, and poultry breeding is no exception. For breeders, hobbyists, and commercial operations...

Blue Chicken Eggs Affordable Avian strives to be more than a laboratory service. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in animal...

In this document, all tests that have been provided a physical certified result will be recorded below. This method should provide a...

Our team can test nearly any type of bird, with some exceptions. Below is a list of birds we commonly test. Please make sure your species...

Last Update 5/14/2025 ABOUT DNA TESTING Frequently Asked Questions: Question : Will gender test results be reliable from either blood...