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Summary of Damage Prevention and Control Methods
Exclusion
Generally not practical. Small areas can be fenced.
Cultural Methods
Routine drainage of fish ponds generally results in lower populations. Keep levees mowed to make aquaculture ponds less attractive to turtles. Drain rice irrigation systems during late summer to reduce populations prior to spring planting.
Repellents
None are registered.
Toxicants
None are registered.
Fumigants
None are registered.
Fishing
Hook and line with bait. Snag pole.
Trapping
Can be effective at certain times and places.
Shooting
Can be used to reduce populations of turtles. Check for local restrictions before discharging firearms. Some states prohibit the shooting of turtles in ponds and lakes.
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