Banding
/ˈbændɪŋ/
verb
To fasten with a band.
To fasten an identifying band around the leg of (a bird).
verb
To group together for a common purpose; to confederate.
To group (students) together by perceived ability; to stream.
noun
A pattern of band-like markings.
“You can recognize this species of bird by the banding on the wing.”
A technique used in the study of wild birds, by attaching a small, individually numbered, metal or plastic tag to their legs or wings.
A division into bands or brackets.
“property tax banding”
Synonyms: ringing