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ringing (wildlife)
Definition

To attach a numbered ring to the leg of a bird so that its movements can be recorded. Ringing is a very common method of tracing bird movement and providing information about bird's ages. It can also cause stress to the birds.

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Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/7223