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Well I'd think that because of the long life span a healthy RES can have, just letting them "die off" would take decades even if not one more was released.
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This is very true, but I look at the negative side that Steve and Ryan have pointed out, on decaring open season on them. An incorrect identification, could lead to the killing of a native turtle. Euthenization is the best option, but once agian a false indentification could lead to an individual being displaced from its home range after its identified correctly, and then released.
I agree with you Marisa, your solution does make sense, however I am cautious about the possible negative consequences.
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