exotic DNA species test

We test for exotic species such as members of the big cat family. Our big cat tests cover all members of the family including domestic and wild cat. We have detected the presence of Panthera in UK and also Lynx in southern England.

We also have made specific bespoke tests to narrow down subspecies type on specimens. If you have a particular species you would like to test for contact bats@warwick.ac.uk.

How to utilize the exotic species service

Requesting the service

You can send samples to us directly with a cover note with contact details to the address below. If you are using the service for the first time we also ask that you contact us by email at bats@warwick.ac.uk so we can email results back to you.

Send samples to:

Professor Robin Allaby

EcoWarwicker Ecological Forensics

University of Warwick

Gibbet Hill Road

Coventry CV4 7AL

Sample types

Samples are usually scat, although hair or bones also work. We do also test historic specimens such as taxidermy skin or claw samples. Swabs of predated carcasses are also possible. If you need a swabbing kit contact us at bats@warwick.ac.uk. It is best to send samples in small plastic tubes in a jiffy back to the address shown on the left.

Price rates

This test differs to the others in that we routinely test for other species along with the exotic species to discount those as other possible DNA sources, depending on the context. Consequently, these tests are more involved and may include bespoke test design.

exotic species test £100

Payment

Payment is due on completion of the work. We will issue an invoice. For exotic species test there is no option at this time for online payment.

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