Review of Import Trends and Trade Regulations of Live Testudines in Japan

This study investigates the import trends of live Testudines into Japan following a previous study on trade in live freshwater turtles and tortoises as pets in Japan from 1980s to the early 2000s. We have observed a declining trend in imports over the past two decades. However, it is important to note that this does not necessarily indicate a shrinking market; instead, it likely reflects changes driven by stricter regulations for trade and ownership as pets.