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Marine Turtle Newsletter 3:3-4, © 1977

Suggestions for Action

N. Mrosovsky

1. If turtle products are still being sold in countries that have ratified the convention, check with Management Authorities that they are satisfied that the products come from stocks imported prior to the convention.



2. Ask Management Authorities what steps they are taking to enforce the provisions of the convention with respect to sea turtles.



3. Make the provisions of the convention known to retailers and to the general public through local media; encourage the customs authorities to publicize these provisions. For example, travellers to Canada are often given a pamphlet by the customs. As well as covering the usual things like how many cigarettes and bottles of alcohol can be imported, it also refers to the convention on trade in endangered species. This pamphlet is also widely distributed by local travel agents.