Pangolin
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Pangolin
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Pangolins are unique mammals covered in tough scales made of keratin, like your fingernails. They use their long tongues to slurp up ants and termites, their favorite snacks!
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Pangolin is a unique mammal covered in large, overlapping keratin scales, giving it an armored appearance. It has a small head, long snout, and a very long, prehensile tail. Its scales are typically brownish-grey, which helps it camouflage in its environment.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPholidotaFamilyManidaeGenusManis
Category
MammalRarity
Rare
Danger
2/5
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Interesting facts
A single pangolin can eat over 70 million insects in just one year!
Pangolin babies ride on their mom's tails, clinging on as she walks!
Pangolins can close their ears and nostrils to keep ants out!
Some pangolin species can walk upright on their two hind legs!
Special abilities
Ability
Sticky Snare
Pangolin has an incredibly long, sticky tongue that helps them snatch up thousands of ants and termites quickly.
Ability
Digging Dynamo
Pangolin can dig burrows with powerful claws because of their strong forelimbs that helps them find food and shelter.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 60-180 cm
- Weight
- 2-30 kg
- Lifespan
- 5-18 years
- Top Speed
- 8 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1-3
- Gestation
- 70-150 days
Diet & Feeding
Pangolins are insectivores, mostly eating ants and termites with their long, sticky tongues.
Primary Foods
- ants
- termites
- larvae
- invertebrates
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Lion
Panthera leo
African pangolins are prey for big cats.
eaten by
Human
Homo sapiens
Pangolins are illegally hunted for meat and scales.
eats
Weaver Ant
Oecophylla smaragdina
Asian pangolins feast on these ants.
eats
African Fungus Termite
Macrotermes bellicosus
African pangolins dig up and eat these termites.
Traits
Wildlife
Step into the incredible world of wild animals and plants living freely in nature. From tiny insects to towering trees, it's all part of the wild wonders around us!
Furry
Find adorable animals covered in a cozy coat of soft fur! Their fur helps them stay warm and protected in different environments.
Insectivorous
Discover clever creatures that specialize in munching on insects, playing a super important role in keeping bug populations in check. They are nature's tiny bug vacuums!
Ancient Lineage
These fascinating organisms carry echoes of the deep past, with ancestors that have roamed the Earth for an incredible span of time. They are living links to ancient worlds!
Forest
These lush habitats are filled with countless trees, offering homes to a huge variety of plants and animals! Immerse yourself in the green canopy.
Armored
Find creatures protected by tough, hard coverings, almost like a natural shield! This armor helps keep them safe from harm in the wild.
Threatened
These plants and animals are facing challenges that could make them endangered if we don't act now. It means they are at risk and need our attention!
Nocturnal
Explore the secret world of animals that come alive at night! They are wide awake when it's dark, using their amazing senses to find food and play.
Also known as
Scaly Anteater
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Safety
Danger
2/5
Pangolins are shy and gentle creatures. If you ever see one, admire them from a distance and never try to touch or harm them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Pangolin?
60-180 cm
How much does Pangolin weigh?
2-30 kg
How long does Pangolin live?
5-18 years
How fast can Pangolin move?
8 km/h
What does Pangolin eat?
Pangolins are insectivores, mostly eating ants and termites with their long, sticky tongues.
Where is Pangolin usually found?
Forests
How does Pangolin hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Pangolin usually have?
1-3
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