One Bat Dropping Sample Collection Kit will allow you to collect up to 12 samples of bat droppings suitable for species identification using DNA analysis by Applied Genomics.
"Send us the faeces, we'll tell you the species"!
Kit includes:
- 12 sampling tubes with preservative
- 12 biodegradable spatulas
- Full instructions
- 1 prepaid return envelope
Guaranteed to be uncontaminated, using a Bat Dropping Sample Collection Kit will ensure you get the most reliable species identification results from bat dropping DNA analysis.
Please note: at present, analysis dates must be arranged separately with Applied Genomics (kit contains full details), at an additional cost of £ 95 per sample tube.
Applied Genomics will only analyse bat droppings collected using this Kit, exclusively available from Wildcare.
IMPORTANT: WHEN RETURNING SAMPLES TO APPLIED GENOMICS PLEASE COMPLETE THE SAMPLE SUBMISSION CHECKLIST AND SAMPLE SUBMISSION FORM. FOLLOW THE RETURN INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
Field Sampling Protocol
Dropping samples should be collected using the biodegradable spatula provided to avoid contamination. Care should be taken to avoid breaking droppings during collection.
If droppings of various age are present, select those that appear most recent and most intact.
Only a single dropping should be collected in a sampling tub. We recommend submitting replicate samples for analysis.
Where it is believed that different species are present of droppings are present in different locations, these should be treated as separate samples and collected using a clean spatula to avoid cross-contamination. If possible avoid collection from a pile of droppings when they are in close contact with each other.
Note that each of the sampling tubes are uniquely labelled. Ensure that you keep clear records of where and when you collected each sample.
Ensure your samples are packaged according the the instructions provided.
Samples should be despatchd to the lab as soon as possible. If this cannot be done immediately then they should be stored in a cool dry place. Freezing or refrigeration is not necessary. Avoid exposing the samples to sunlight and high temperatures.
IMPORTANT: WHEN RETURNING SAMPLES TO APPLIED GENOMICS PLEASE COMPLETE THE SAMPLE SUBMISSION CHECKLIST AND SAMPLE SUBMISSION FORM. FOLLOW THE RETURN INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
Delivery & Returns
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on order weight, product type and delivery postcode. Prices exclude VAT.
Delivery times
| UK mainland | 1 to 3 working days for orders placed before 2pm |
| Scotland, Northern Ireland & UK offshore areas | 2 to 5 working days for orders placed before 2pm |
| Europe | 3 to 5 working days for orders placed before 2pm |
| Rest of world | 7 to 14 working days for orders placed before 2pm |
Delivery costs
UK mainland: delivery starts from £7.92.
Highlands and Islands: delivery starts from £25.
Northern Ireland: delivery starts from £20, rising to £90 for orders up to 60kg.
Larger orders, pallet deliveries and some offshore or international deliveries may require a quote.
For European orders, please visit wildcare.eu, call +33 (0)4 65 65 00 05 or email [email protected].
Need it by a certain date?
Please tell us when ordering. For urgent orders, call 01451 833181.
Returns
If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us within 5 working days.
A Returns Number may be required before sending goods back. Call 01451 833181 or email [email protected].
Please see our full returns policy for more information.
