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SHOPPING--SOME THINGS TO AVOID

Beware of purchasing souvenirs made from endangered wildlife. Many wildlife and wildlife products are prohibited either by U.S. or foreign laws from import into the United States. You risk confiscation and a possible fine if you attempt to import such things.

Watch out for and avoid purchasing the following prohibited items:

• All products made from sea turtles
• All ivory, both Asian and African
• Furs from spotted cats
• Furs from marine mammals
• Feathers and feather products from wild birds
• All live or stuffed birds from Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Paraguay, Venezuela, and some Caribbean countries
• Most crocodile and caiman leather
• Most coral, whether in chunks or in jewelry

Source: U.S. State Department- Bureau of Consular Affairs