Domestic Reutilization Status of Invasive Turtle Species in South Korea Based on Trachemys scripta

This study was conducted to determine the reutilization, distribution, and import status of invasive alien turtles in South Korea. The results showed that a total nine turtle species including Trachemys scripta, which is designated as an ecosystem disturbing (EDS), were traded traditional market, 84 169 registered through National Animal Welfare Information System reintroduced new breeders. Additionally, distribution confirmed at 341 points 109 cities, we found that, on average, 7 tons non-indigenous are imported annually from over 20 countries These indicate urgent need for efficient management Therefore, suggest (1) activating purchase program EDS local governments, (2) establishing links with research institutions experts improve initial identification accuracy System, (3) follow-up system after designation EDS, (4) providing free collection service exotic abandoned by Finally, this provided current Korea 21 years.