Development of the genotyping marker identifying Korean population of Mauremys reevesii
Many turtle and tortoise populations in Asia have sharply decreased due to international trade, habitat destruction, and degradation due to urbanization and pollution. The Reeves turtle, Mauremys reevesii(Reptilia: Geoemydidae), is native to Korea and China, and has recently been introduced in Japan and Taiwan. In addition, this species is designated as an endangered species and is legally protected in the ROK. For the successful conservation and restoration of endangered species, it is necessary to develop a rapid and accurate identification method for indigenous populations in the ROK.