42 endangered live lizards seized at Hong Kong airport

A total of 42 endangered live lizards have been seized by customs officials at Hong Kong International Airport, the government said.

HONG KONG — A total of 42 endangered live lizards have been seized by customs officials at Hong Kong International Airport, the government said.

All of the lizards were found Tuesday concealed inside an air consignment declared to contain dehumidifiers, air purifiers and cans of milk powder imported from Australia, the government said in a statement Wednesday.

The lizards had an estimated market value of 210,000 Hong Kong dollars ($27,000).

Lizards seized at Hong Kong International Airport.via gov.hkThe case was handed over to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department for further action, the statement added.

Anyone importing, exporting or possessing specimens of endangered species in violation of the Chinese territory’s protection law faces a maximum fine of HK$10 million and 10 years imprisonment upon conviction with the specimens forfeited, the government warned.

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