The beetles, which measured four to five inches long, can "pose a significant threat to our vital agriculture resources." ...

Agriculture specialists assigned to the airport discovered 37 live beetles hidden inside packages of Japanese snacks, ...

A months-long probe discovered that criminals would enter container terminals and remove chassis set aside for truckers to ...

Dozens of live beetles disguised as Japanese snacks were intercepted at the Los Angeles International Airport by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials last month. Agriculture specialists ...

The insects were likely intended to be sold to collectors, as there is a market for exotic insects. "Sold online and ...

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According to a release from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), agriculture specialists assigned to Los Angeles International Airport found the 37 giant beetles concealed inside of multiple ...

U.S. federal authorities found 37 live beetles hidden in Japanese snacks at Los Angeles International Airport on Wednesday (5 ...