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Turtle populations

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An increase in demand in Asian markets has some environmental groups concerned about Iowa’s turtle population. Department of Natural Resources biologist Scott Gritters says Iowa’s turtle populations are at a healthy level but, they are always weary of over harvesting. Gritters says turtles are unique from other wildlife in the fact that they live longer, and take longer to reproduce. He says the DNR has been kicking around the idea of stricter regulations on turtle trapping.

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