You really can't help these turtles because there's either no law, or it's too lax to be obeyed. You must remember to the Chinese, turtles are food. This does not apply to res's though. The softies are considered highly edible and medicinal. This is almost similar to dogs being eaten in Korea, particularly during summer months.

The Orientals are usually the worst for animal, and reptile cruelty, and one thing you can do is contact the authorities to make sure there's no illegal trading going on. If the turtle is coming from Asia, or China, it could have environmental impacts.

Otherwise, take things at their grass roots level. Protest by doing something. I've saved a many in Asia. Problem is, there's too much ignorance in regards to turtles, and they consider these species just fish, not knowing the tender care they take.

I know what you mean though. It's a vicious cycle. Tell us, though, what species of turtles are they selling there? I'd thought baby res's were banned from being sold in the states, so someone should be alerted to this illegal aspect.

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