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IDENTIFICATION GUIDE FOR 4TH EDITION AND IVORY SUBSTITUTES
The document outlines a comprehensive procedure for the identification of ivory, focusing on macroscopic and microscopic morphological characteristics. It details the specific diagnostic features of proboscidean (elephant and mammoth), pinniped (walrus), cetacean (sperm whale, orca, narwhal), and other mammalian (hippopotamus, warthog) ivories. It also provides a framework for identifying common substitutes, such as bone, vegetable ivory, and resins, using ultraviolet light and instrumental analysis. Additionally, the guide covers modern forensic techniques including DNA and isotope analysis for determining species, age, and geographic origin, and offers a strategy for detecting illegal ivory trade on online platforms.
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Document type: Guide