Is that a parakeet in your shorts, or are you just glad to see me?

[ohiosmith]

Six in Fla. charged with illegal bird trafficking


MIAMI (AP) — Six people were charged Monday with trafficking in protected species of migratory birds, after one man was caught with two rare Cuban songbirds hidden in his underwear at the airport, officials said.

The suspects, named in a 21-count indictment unsealed Monday, were charged with illegally dealing in protected species of migratory birds, including indigo and painted buntings, blue grosbeaks and Northern cardinals.

The six sold the birds from October 2004 to July 2005, violating the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, the U.S. Attorney's office said. The defendants allegedly sold the birds almost every Sunday at an informal market for many months during the investigation.

Among the suspects was Giraldo Wong, who prosecutors said was discovered with two Cuban grassguits in his underwear at the Miami International Airport after he returned from Cuba in May.

[Mikimouse]

1. Hmmm, I know there's a 'pecker' joke in there somewhere...

:evilgrin:

[ohiosmith]

2. Or the early bird getting the worm.

[VOX]

3. Don't forget the "cuddle bone," as it's known...

Although properly it's "cuttle bone." :evilgrin: