Japan's unusual lizard smuggling in socks
Japanese authorities arrested a 23-year-old Mexican man at Haneda Airport in Tokyo after discovering approximately 200 lizards hidden inside 22 pairs of socks and clothing, as he attempted to smuggle them without permits. Among the lizards, nine are considered an endangered species of Mexican crocodile that is protected under international trade regulations. The lizards were purchased in Mexico for between 560 and 750 yen each, with some valued in Japan at up to 100,000 yen; it is believed the animals were intended for sale. The case highlights the risks of illegal wildlife trade, especially concerning endangered species.
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