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

Someone tried sneaking dozens of live beetles through Los Angeles International Airport inside packages of snacks.

Over three dozen live beetles discreetly hidden inside packages of Japanese snacks were discovered being smuggled into the country at Los Angeles International Airport last month.

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

At least 37 giant live beetles measuring 4 to 5 inches have been found concealed inside of multiple packages of Japanese ...

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

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists intercepted 37 live beetles concealed within packages of Japanese snacks, potato chips, and chocolate ...

Dozens of giant beetles hidden inside a shipment of Japanese snacks were uncovered at a US airport, customs officials said ...

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Customs and Border Protection agents seized over three dozen live beetles being smuggled inside Japanese snacks at Los ...

Customs and Border Protection agents seized 37 live beetles hidden in packages of Japanese snacks, and valued at around ...

By Chelsea Hylton Click here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES (KCAL, KCBS) -- Dozens of live beetles disguised as Japanese ...