Attempt to smuggle 3 thousand tarantulas. A Pole and two Germans arrested at the airport in Peru

Peruvian authorities arrested men attempting to smuggle unique spider species from South America to Germany. The spiders were found in various developmental stages, including eggs and adults. Among the identified species is the endangered Pamphobeteus Antinous. The suspects include a Polish citizen and two Germans, one of whom may be a scientist. They were reportedly planning to smuggle the spiders for collection, research, or as pets. Authorities received an anonymous tip about the smuggling plans, which could lead to prison sentences ranging from three to seven years for the offenders.