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El operativo hizo parte de las acciones articuladas entre Corpoguajira y las autoridades, to effectively combat illegal trafficking of wild flora and fauna in the department of La Guajira.

The Traffic and Transportation Directorate of the National Police, seized a total of 48 Hawksbill Turtle pieces or shields, which were delivered to Corpoguajira and are in the custody of the entity (bodega), while the administrative procedures order its final disposition, (incineration).

The pieces were seized at kilometer height 62, a 400 meters of the Riohacha-Maicao road. Evidence obtained, The authorities informed the driver that it was an illegal mobilization so he had to remain at the disposal of the Judge on duty.. The confiscated material was packed in sealed boxes..

The Hawksbill Turtle, It is classified as an endangered species. The illegal sale of the animal or any of its parts, It is a matter of sanction. International trade of the species is prohibited.

Corpoguajira invites all inhabitants of the peninsula to report any event that represents a danger to fauna and flora., conservation of natural resources and biodiversity, a través de los números 310 6581142, 318 5858383 and 300 6008358.