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INCHEON, : A smuggling ring attempting to secretly bring endangered exotic species, including the Komodo dragon, into South Korea was apprehended by customs authorities.
Since July 2022, these suspects are alleged to have smuggled 1,865 exotic animals, valued at around 1.9 billion won , from countries like Thailand and Indonesia. Incheon Airport Customs noted this was the first seizure of a Komodo dragon, which can grow over three metres as an adult, being smuggled into South Korea.The smugglers concealed animals in various containers, such as underwear, instant noodle cups and cigarette packs to evade detection.
For example, a Burmese star tortoise bought in Thailand for about 300,000 won was resold in South Korea for 4 million won, yielding a twelvefold profit.
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