(CNN)-- Chilean inspectors stumbled upon hundreds of exotic animals from Peru destined for illegal trade while conducting what they thought was going to be a routine inspection of a fishing boat ...

Under Peruvian law, any unauthorized trade, hunting, possession or transportation of wild animals is considered ... translate the news release from Peru’s National Forestry and Wildlife Service.

Photos show the rescued animal. Photo from Peru’s National Forestry and Wildlife Service A pet monkey escaped from a home in southern Peru, broke into nearby residences, and wreaked havoc until ...