Teens Fined for Ant Smuggling

Two Belgian teenagers were caught with 5,000 ants in Kenya. They were given a choice: pay a fine of $7,700 or go to prison for one year. The teens said they collected the ants as a hobby, but the judge didn't believe them. The ants they took are special and valuable.

Experts say taking ants from nature can harm the environment. Ants help make soil better and spread seeds. Moving them to new places might not be good for them or the places they come from.