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Smuggled E. coli and a Monitor Lizard | Wilmington News
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A Chinese national faces prison time for smuggling nearly 100 pounds of contraband—including raw meat, mangoes, bamboo, banana plants, and even a Bengal monitor lizard—into the U.S., exposing a deliberate act that could endanger public health and ecosystems. Customs agents, aided by detector dog Maisy, uncovered the shipment from Thailand, highlighting the vital role of border enforcement. Meanwhile, California wildlife officers seized over 400 fish from an unlicensed haul, underscoring nationwide efforts to combat illegal wildlife trafficking. These incidents reveal the relentless vigilance needed to protect national security, agriculture, and biodiversity.
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