Mumbai, Aug. 9 -- Mumbai Customs Zone-III of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMI) has foiled a wildlife smuggling attempt and arrested one passenger.

According to the Mumbai Customs, the officers recovered Albino Red-eared Slider turtles, Marmosets, and Kinkajou from one passenger returning from Bangkok.

Mumbai customs said, "On 08.08.2025, Customs Officers at CSMI Airport, Mumbai Customs Zone-III foiled a wildlife smuggling attempt. The officers recovered Albino Red eared Slider turtles, Marmosets and Kinkajou from 01 passenger returning from Bangkok. The passenger has been arrested."

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