Filipinas incauta 757 tarántulas procedentes de Polonia

The Customs Office in the Philippines seized 757 tarantulas at Manila's international airport. These spiders, originating from Poland, were packed in cookie and oatmeal boxes and falsely declared as collectibles. Philippine law prohibits the trade and possession of such arachnids without a permit. Authorities plan to return the tarantulas to their country of origin, or they will remain in a rescue center. Despite strict penalties, customs officials have confiscated numerous wild animals in Manila, including geckos, iguanas, chameleons, and bearded dragons.

What was the reason for the detention of a Filipino man at the Manila International Airport?

• He was caught smuggling drugs.

• He attempted to claim tarantulas declared as collectibles.

• He was trying to leave the country without a passport.

• He was involved in a theft case.

What do Philippine laws say about the possession of tarantulas?

• They are prohibited without a permit.

• They can be owned without any restrictions.

• It is completely legal to own them.

• They are only allowed for scientific research.

What is the plan for the tarantulas if their country of origin refuses to take them back?

• They will be released into the wild.

• They will be sold to pet shops.

• They will remain at a rescue center.

• They will be euthanized.

Which of the following animals was NOT mentioned as being seized by customs inspectors in Manila?

• Snakes

• Iguanas

• Chameleons

• Geckos

What is a popular reptile mentioned in the transcript that has been seized by customs?

• Monitor lizard

• Gila monster

• Bearded dragon

• Komodo dragon