Definition: The term "closed banded" refers to the type of band or bracelet that can be found around the legs of many parrots and other pet birds. A closed band is a small circle that fits around a bird's ankle. Closed bands can only be placed on birds within the first few days of hatching, so many regard them as proof that a bird was captive bred. The bands are often imprinted with certain information, such as the state the bird was bred in, and the year that it hatched.
Examples: Oliver, my Indian Ringneck Parakeet, was captive bred and is closed banded.
