# Two US men charged over exotic animals used in photoshoots

Two men in the US face charges for allegedly using snakes, a lemur, and a monkey in exotic photoshoots, likely violating wildlife protection laws. The case highlights concerns about the exploitation of wild animals for commercial entertainment and the enforcement of regulations against such practices.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/05/maryland-men-charged-exotic-animal-photoshoots) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:33:57 GMT