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.
‘Giant’ six-legged pests disguised as Japanese snacks found at LA airport, officials say
On the East Coast, a similar discovery was made at John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York, according to the agency. Inside a package from Japan, agency specialists found six live beetles hidden in food packages on Jan. 16, the agency’s Office of Field Operations said in a Feb. 3 news release.
Smugglers try to disguise giant beetles as Japanese snacks, unsuccessfully
“Enthusiasts enjoy seeing them fight against each other during mating season,” a CBP spokesperson said in an email to Popular Science. “While they may be cool pets to have at home—if the insect escapes it can definitely cause significant damage to plants and trees.”
Photos: 37 live beetles disguised as Japanese snacks seized at Los Angeles airport
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials intercepted dozens of live beetles concealed in Japanese snack packages at the Los Angeles International Airport last month. Agriculture specialists assigned to the airport discovered 37 live beetles hidden inside packages of Japanese snacks,
Over three dozen live beetles concealed in Japanese snack packages seized at Los Angeles airport
Over three dozen live beetles concealed inside packages of Japanese snacks were discovered by US Customs and Border Protection at the Los Angeles International Airport last month.
Dozens of Exotic Live Insects Found Hidden in Unexpected Place at Los Angeles Airport
The insects were likely intended to be sold to collectors, as there is a market for exotic insects. "Sold online and underground sources, the illegal trade of exotic insects brings hefty profits for those willing to take the risk of circumventing U.S. laws and regulations," CBP said in a press release on Wednesday.
Live beetles being smuggled in Japanese snacks are intercepted at LAX
Agriculture specialists examining an air cargo shipment discovered the beetles concealed inside multiple packages of snacks, potato chips and chocolate.
Dozens of Live Beetles 'Disguised As Snacks' Seized at LAX
Thirty-seven insects were found in a shipment from Japan to Los Angeles International Airport last month, Customs and Border Protection reports.
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.
Nearly 40 Exotic Live Insects Found in Unexpected Place at LAX
Authorities recently made the shocking discovery of dozens of exotic live beetles concealed in packages of Japanese snacks, including potato chips and chocolate, during a search at Los Angeles International Airport.
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