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Avian Toxicology

Aviation Toxicology

Genesis personnel have extensive expertise in avian research, having studied over 200 bird species worldwide—ranging from waterfowl to passerines—in diverse habitats.

Our services span a wide spectrum, including:

  • Endangered species research
  • Management plans for nuisance species (e.g., European Starlings, Canada Geese)
  • EPA-mandated reproduction studies for pesticide safety
  • LD50 and other aviation toxicology studies
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The goal of our avian research is to support sponsors in achieving objectives such as:

  • Understanding the biology, ecology, and natural history of key species
  • Managing overabundant introduced species
  • Conserving and protecting sensitive or endangered bird populations

Genesis has successfully assisted clients on both domestic and international avian research initiatives.

Specialized Services for Conservation and Compliance

We offer a wide range of lab- and field-based avian research services, including:

  • Secondary toxicological studies
  • Reproductive studies (LD50 / LC50 evaluations)
  • Repellency testing
  • Population modeling
  • Risk assessments

Avian Research Capabilities

  • Evaluation of pesticides and biopesticides
  • Limit testing: Songbirds, bobwhite quail, mallards, upland game birds, waterfowl
  • LD50 testing: Songbirds, red-winged blackbirds, bobwhite quail, mallards
  • LC50 testing: Songbirds, bobwhite quail, mallards
  • Reproduction testing: Bobwhite quail, mallards (pesticide hazard evaluation)
  • Repellency testing: White-crowned sparrows, black-billed magpies, juncos, American robins, bobwhite quail
  • Secondary toxicity assessments
  • Population censusing
  • Laboratory, pen, and field studies
  • Bird capture methods: mist-netting, ladder traps, small live traps, etc.
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