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Singapore has seized a record 830kg of pangolin scales, originating from over 2,200 pangolins, discovered in a shipment falsely declared as 'dried fish skin'.

Record Seizure of Pangolin Scales

Singaporean authorities have successfully intercepted a record 830kg of pangolin scales, marking the largest single seizure in history. These scales are estimated to have come from more than 2,200 individual pangolins.

Contraband Disguised as 'Dried Fish Skin'

The seized pangolin scales were discovered in a shipment that had been falsely declared as 'dried fish skin'. This incident highlights the sophisticated methods used in the illegal wildlife trade, particularly concerning the critically endangered pangolin.

*Source: Channel News Asia (2026-03-28)*

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