Local police have arrested two Russians trying to smuggle 213 brown bear paws, according to a source from Manzhouli Customs in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Monday.

Photo released June 18, 2013, shows Manzhouli Customs intercepting a bear paw smuggling attempt in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. [Photo/Xinhua]

The bear paws were found on May 22, in the possession of two Russians who were carrying them inside their car tyres whilst on their way to China.

The number of paws attempted to be smuggled is the highest recorded to date.

Bear's paw is a delicacy in Chinese cuisine and also used to treat rheumatism in traditional Chinese medicine.

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