Dozens of live beetles hidden in snacks seized at LAX
Over three dozen live beetles discreetly hidden inside packages of Japanese snacks were discovered being smuggled into the country at Los Angeles International Airport last month.
Smuggled live beetles found stashed inside Japanese snacks at LAX, officials say
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists found 37 giant live beetles stashed inside an air cargo shipment that had arrived in California from Japan.
37 live giant beetles found inside Japanese snack packets at LAX
At least 37 giant live beetles measuring 4 to 5 inches have been found concealed inside of multiple packages of Japanese snacks, potato chips and chocolate at LAX.
37 large live beetles found hidden in snacks at Los Angeles airport
The beetles, which measured four to five inches long, can "pose a significant threat to our vital agriculture resources."
Dozens of Live Beetles Found in Japanese Snacks During Customs Check at LAX
The insects were most likely intended for exotic insect collections, according to customs officials, who say the illegal pet trade is flourishing.
LAX Customs officers intercept 37 giant, live beetles disguised as snacks
Smugglers tried bringing a lot of giant beetles into the country disguised as potato chips and chocolates. The whole thing creeps me out just thinking about carrying around 37 giant beetles. Had things gone wrong,
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