Malaysia seizes thousands of smuggled turtles at airport (BBC)

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Malaysian authorities have seized more than 5,000 baby turtles discovered in luggage at Kuala Lumpur airport.

Two Indian men were arrested after the 5,255 red-eared sliders – a semi-aquatic species of turtle – were found in baskets inside their suitcases.

Officials say the turtles are worth about $12,700 (£10,018) and were intended to be sold as pets in India.

Malaysia is a major transit point for wildlife smugglers, who typically go on to trade in other Asian countries. Read more

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