The insects were most likely intended for exotic insect collections, according to customs officials, who say the illegal pet ...

A news release from U.S. Customs and Border Protection says 37 live exotic beetles were found hidden inside several packages ...

“Enthusiasts enjoy seeing them fight against each other during mating season,” a CBP spokesperson said in an email to Popular ...

Over three dozen live beetles discreetly hidden inside packages of Japanese snacks were discovered being smuggled into the ...

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists found 37 giant live beetles stashed inside an air cargo shipment ...

Dozens of live beetles disguised as Japanese snacks were intercepted at the Los Angeles International Airport by U.S. Customs ...

Agriculture specialists examining an air cargo shipment discovered the beetles concealed inside multiple packages of snacks, ...

Smugglers tried bringing a lot of giant beetles into the country disguised as potato chips and chocolates. The whole thing creeps me out just thinking about carrying around 37 giant beetles. Had ...

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

Thirty-seven insects were found in a shipment from Japan to Los Angeles International Airport last month, Customs and Border Protection reports.