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Dozens of plastic piggy banks wash ashore on Texas beaches, puzzling experts

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Nearly 60 colorful plastic piggy banks have appeared on Texas beaches over the past year, surprising locals and researchers alike. The containers are believed to have originated from countries such as the Dominican Republic and Guatemala. While many initially suspected a cargo spill, experts think the piggy banks likely entered waterways after being discarded and gradually drifted to the Texas coast. Despite widespread curiosity about their contents, the piggy banks were found to contain only sand dollars.

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