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World● Low3h ago · Nov 6, 2026, 6:30 AM

Men arrested in Peru for bid to smuggle 3000 tarantulas

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from westernadvocate.com.au · Australia · South America

Men have been arrested in Peru in connection with an attempt to smuggle 3000 tarantulas. This incident highlights ongoing issues with wildlife trafficking.

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