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US Museum Director Caught at Istanbul Airport Smuggling Tarantulas and Scorpions

Nearly 1,500 tarantulas and scorpions were seized in an operation at Istanbul Airport aimed at smuggling them to the USA. Among those detained was Professor Lorenzo Prendini, the Director of the American National Museum of Natural History, for attempting to smuggle endemic species in a suitcase. These animals, including Türkiye’s endemic species, were found in 58 clip-top bags along with liquid-filled plastic tube bottles.

The seized animals, valued for their DNA information and venom used in medicine production, have a market value of $10 million per liter of scorpion venom. The investigation into Professor Prendini continues under the charge of violating Law No. 5607. Images of the operation and captured animals were released, showcasing the scale of the smuggling attempt and the moment of arrest.

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Full Moon Forms Stunning Scene Over Lake Van

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A full moon rising over Lake Van in the Ahlat district of Türkiye’s Bitlis province created a breathtaking spectacle as it reflected off the calm waters. Locals and visitors gathered along the lakeshore to witness and photograph the scene, with many describing it as an unforgettable moment.

Nature photographer Şahin Şerefoğlu, who captured the moonrise at Ahlat Pier, said, “We’re in one of the most beautiful places to watch the full moon. We invite all nature lovers to experience this view.”

Travelers from other regions, including Şanlıurfa, also came to enjoy the view, turning the lakeside into a popular spot for moon gazing and photography.

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