The same can be said for insects, though it’s also important ... If you or someone you know is thinking about getting an exotic pet, all vendors recommended you check where you’re buying ...

The species, native to tropical rainforests of southeast Asia, bears a “striking resemblance to orchid flowers,” Cincinnati Zoo staff said.

Sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, exotic insects are highly popular and often sold online and underground, authorities said. "The illegal trade of exotic insects bring hefty profits for ...

exotic pets typically include unconventional species, from reptiles, amphibians and marine creatures to small mammals and insects. In the Year of the Snake, pet stores specializing in snakes and ...

Hidden inside the bundle were insects not fit for consumption, but ideal for exotic beetle enthusiasts. U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists found 37 giant live beetles ...