Specialty Tags
Specialty tags include our less common tag types such as the surgically applied body cavity tag, and fully custom solutions designed for unique applications by our clients.
Body Cavity Tags
Hallprint's body cavity internal external anchor tags (type IEX) provide researchers with an option that will arguably provide the highest possible retention values for some species of fish, and may be selected for studies focused on population dynamics of long lived or late maturing species. For bottom dwelling species, these may also provide greater camoflage from predators than the more common dorsal tagging locations, and may have reduced incidence of biofouling as a result of less light exposure. They have been used successfully on a range of marine and freshwater fish with minimal apparent impact to fish behavior and condition.
IEX tags are surgically applied using an applicator needle through the body cavity wall, such that the anchor is secured inside the body cavity parallel with the inside abdomen wall, while the external marker lays backwards along the line of the fish. As a surgical procedure, anesthetic may be required when handling some sensitive species, and taggers should be appropriately trained on tagging and husbandry techniques.
Tag Tethers and Tubes
Designed to pair with our range of dart heads, printed tether tubes can be made to protect your own tethers. We also offer fully customized tether/anchor solutions depending on your tag type and manufacturer. Please contact us for more information.
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Specialty Tags
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