An antique dealer residing in Kyneton has been fined following the discovery of a massive illegal wildlife hoard spanning his home and business premises. Authorities recovered over 700 dead native animals, including emus, echidnas, reptiles, mammals, and rare owls.
The operation highlights significant law enforcement action against the illicit possession and accumulation of protected Australian fauna. The seized items comprised a broad cross-section of native wildlife species stored across multiple locations connected to the individual.
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