A Thai man inspects a Madagascar Giant Hissing Cockroach at a university in Bangkok
August 21, 2002, after authorities banned the sale and ownership of the popular pet
over concerns that they may spread diseases. Health officials have begun raiding
shops and farms that distribute the insects, which grow up to 10 centimetres (four
inches) in length, three times longer than the domestic variety found in Thailand.
Until recently the insects have been selling for about $1.20 each at stalls and pet
shops. REUTERS/Sukree Sukplang
Got any interesting photos? Send them to Times@iranian.com
|
|
|