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Illegally trafficked African hedgehogs seized by police in Victoria

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The animals were seized from a property in Richmond, in Melbourne's inner-east. Crime Stoppers Victoria and Agriculture Victoria are investigating where the two hedgehogs came from. The animals have previously been found in Queensland and New South Wales. Penalties for importing, keeping, breeding, and trading illegally sourced exotic pest animals can result in up to $210,000 in fines or two years in prison.

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Illegally trafficked African hedgehogs seized by police in Victoria

The discovery of two illegally trafficked African pygmy hedgehogs in Victoria has sparked a nationwide investigation by authorities.The animals were seized from a property in Richmond, in Melbourne's inner-east, leading officers to uncover a large illegal trade network of exotic animals.Crime Stoppers Victoria and Agriculture Victoria are investigating where the two hedgehogs came from, but said they aren't the first to be found in the country…

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