“They may look harmless but in reality, smuggled beetles pose a significant threat to our vital agriculture resources,” said Cheryl M. Davies, CBP Director of Field Operations in Los Angeles.

According to a release from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), agriculture specialists assigned to Los Angeles International Airport found the 37 giant beetles concealed inside of multiple ...

Bombardier beetles have the infamous ability to synthesize and release rapid bursts of stinky, burning-hot liquid from their rear ends. These noxious emissions can kill other insects, or startle ...