Specialized care is given to 32 Galapagos marine iguanas, victims of alleged trafficking
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A Russian citizen was placed in preventive detention in Quito, Ecuador, on August 29 following her arrest at the airport for the alleged trafficking of 32 marine iguanas. The suspect faces charges related to crimes against wild flora and fauna after being intercepted with the animals in her possession.
The Ministry of Environment and Energy has initiated specialized medical care for the 32 iguanas, which are an endemic species to the Galápagos Islands. Authorities are currently managing the recovery of the animals while the legal proceedings against the suspect continue.
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Infobae (AR) - Prisión preventivaFocuses on the legal repercussions and the suspect's detention.
Infobae (AR) - Dan atención especializadaFocuses on the environmental response and the welfare of the animals.
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