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New Laws Protect Venus Flytraps From Poaching

PRE News & Ideas | By Jared Brumbaugh

Published December 8, 2014 at 8:48 AM EST

Southeastern North Carolina is the only place in the world where venus flytraps grow in the wild. Because of their rarity, there are exotic plant collectors around the world that will pay to have one of these carnivorous plants. But taking a venus flytrap from the wild is illegal. This week, new regulations went into effect that protect the plant from being poached and sold on the internet. This week, Jared Brumbaugh speaks with Park Superintendent of Carolina Beach State Park Chris Helms about the new law and how it’s being enforced.

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Jared Brumbaugh

Jared Brumbaugh is the Assistant General Manager for Public Radio East. An Eastern North Carolina native, Jared began his professional public radio career at Public Radio East while he was a student at Craven Community College earning his degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. During his 15+ years at Public Radio East, he has served as an award-winning journalist, producer, and on-air host. When not at the station, Jared enjoys hiking, traveling, and honing his culinary skills.

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