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Nearly 500 rescued animals—many endangered or near-threatened—now have a second chance at life at the Aquarium of the Pacific, after being seized in a massive wildlife trafficking bust. The aquarium took in nearly half of over 2,000 confiscated creatures, including sharks, fish, and invertebrates, all requiring urgent quarantine and care to prevent disease and ensure survival. Species like brownbanded bamboo sharks and Banggai cardinalfish, often seen in aquariums, were victims of illegal trade and may never return to the wild. This effort is part of a new Southern California network tackling trafficking emergencies, already helping over 3,000 animals since its formation—a vital lifeline for species pushed to the brink.

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