Customs officers have arrested a passenger at the airport after seizing 3.1kg of rhino horn in his luggage.

The haul, worth $620,000, was found yesterday inside a black plastic bag in the man's suitcase.

The 21-year-old arrived from Mozambique via Johannesburg and Qatar.

The Agriculture, Fisheries & Conservation Department is investigating the case.

Under the Protection of Endangered Species of Animals & Plants Ordinance, the maximum penalty for endangered species smugglers is 10 years in jail and a $10 million fine.

Call 2545 6182 or email to report suspected smuggling activities.