Triturus at herp shows

[ray]

Are Triturus newts offered for sale at American herp shows very often? I know this may seem like a broad question, but I just thought I'd ask.

 

[david]

Very Rarely

 

[michael]

Occasionally. Their are some exporters from Russia that sell about 4 types. About 2 years ago their were lots of wild caught Triturus available. Lately many people in the U.S. have stopped importing. Fish and wildlife has become very aggressive in their enforcement efforts.