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Customs officers intercepted the traveler at the Hong Kong-Shenzhen crossing, discovering six bags filled with non-native species.
- The man attempted to pass through the 'nothing to declare' channel at Futian Port.
- Customs officials found six canvas bags containing live snakes in his trousers.
- The seized snakes included milk snakes, corn snakes, and Texas rat snakes, among others.
- China's biosecurity laws prohibit importing non-native species without permission.
- The man's punishment has not been specified by authorities.
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