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@Brianna17

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What are the methods of determining the sex of a bird?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What is the purpose of the crop?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

There are visual distinctions in some species. In other species, sexing can be done with DNA testing using a single feather. Surgically sexing companion birds is usually not performed.

Answer to Question 2

To store food before it enters the digestive tract, or to regurgitate to feed the young.


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Excellent

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