Customs seize 1,240 Carniolan bees at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen

Customs seize 1,240 Carniolan bees at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen

Customs enforcement groups at Sabiha Gökçen Airport confiscated 1,240 reside Carniolan bees throughout routine baggage management Wednesday. The Ministry of Commerce mentioned bees had been found throughout a bodily inspection of the bags belonging to a international nationwide arriving from abroad.

A meticulous examination of the bags unveiled 205 clear packing containers containing the dear Carniolan bees. As a precaution, the bees had been promptly handed over to the Pendik District Agriculture and Forestry Directorate for his or her safety and safekeeping.

Investigations into the matter have revealed the distinctive traits of the Carniolan bee breed, which possesses a exceptional capacity to adapt to varied environmental situations.

Live bees of the carniol species are seen at Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Istanbul, Türkiye, July 19, 2023. (AA Photo)

Live bees of the carniol species are seen at Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Istanbul, Türkiye, July 19, 2023. (AA Photo)

Furthermore, these bees exhibit accelerated reproductive cycles throughout spring, leading to greater yields of honey and pollen in comparison with different breeds. It was found that these specific qualities make the Carniolan bees a major goal for smugglers in search of to revenue from their profitable attributes.

The discovery of such a major amount of reside bees underscores the persistent efforts by customs authorities to fight the unlawful trafficking of endangered species and to guard biodiversity.

The Ministry of Commerce recommended the vigilance and professionalism proven by the customs enforcement groups in intercepting the illegal transport of those priceless species.

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