Banded

Definition: The term "banded" describes those birds who wear a band or bracelet around one of their ankles, usually indicating information about the bird's age and origin. The most popular types of bands are closed bands, which must be placed on birds within a couple of days of hatching. Because the bands must be put into place at such an early age, most regard a closed band as proof that the bird wearing it was captive bred within the country.