Heathrow Airport, the UK’s largest aviation hub, is not only a bustling gateway for human travellers but also a busy thoroughfare for millions of animals each year. From snakes to horses and frogs, a diverse array of creatures cross the airport’s thresholds.
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Approximately 19,000 dogs and cats, 28 million fish, 400 horses, 2,000 birds, 50 zoo animals, and 150,000 reptiles are imported through Heathrow Airport annually. This wide-ranging collection of animals reflects the international trade and movement of wildlife.