Why are pangolins endangered? 〰️ They're the world's most trafficked wild mammal, due to demand for their scales & meat. 〰️ Rapid loss & deterioration of their natural habitat. Want to support the fight against illegal wildlife trade? ⬇️⬇️⬇️ hubs.ly/Q02BszY50

Defense, or dance move? Neither actually, but this pangolin looks ready to take on a challenge. How do pangolins defend themselves? They curl up in an impenetrable ball. Their durable armor of scales is so tough, even a lion's teeth can't break through. 📸 Guy Colborne

How do you identify pangolins after they're released back into the wild? After Elf the pangolin was rehabilitated by Lilongwe Wildlife Trust, they used the harmless method of making small holes, a tiny 'bar code', to help them distinguish him & monitor his return to his natural habitat.

In Cameroon, a sweet solution is transforming poachers into protectors. Rise for Nature's approach introduces beekeeping as a sustainable alternative to poaching. It's a powerful reminder that effective conservation creates win-win solutions for both wildlife & communities🌿🍯🐝

Did you know? We're the world's largest funder of pangolin conservation. Our mission: end the demand, trafficking, & poaching threatening pangolins. 3 ways you can help? 1️⃣ Spread awareness: Educate others 2️⃣ Donate: Support conservation 3️⃣ Stay informed: Follow us for updates!

Chinese Pangolins Stage a Comeback! WildAid's infrared camera monitoring shows evidence that the Chinese pangolin population is growing, a glimmer of hope for the world's most endangered pangolin. Let's rally support & push for their full recovery! hubs.ly/Q02HTmdn0

Wanjala is a young pangolin confiscated from the illegal wildlife trade. She weighed only 3kg on arrival but showed positive signs of independence and has now grown to 4kg! 😋 🐜 Our aim is to release Wanjala back into the wild by the end of the year.

Tough exterior, soft belly, big heart. Pangolins have many inspirational (& aspirational) qualities. Both a soft underbelly, and a durable armor of tough scales that protect them from danger. 📸 David Tan/Wildlife Reserves Singapore

When your tongue is longer than your whole body. Weird but true flex for a pangolin, whose tongue can measure >40cm, attaching way back near their pelvis & lower ribs. The perfect length for reaching into insect nests & licking up a few thousand insects per meal. 📸Francois Meyer

Meet Daudi, the ground pangolin✨ Rehabilitated and ready to roll, this pangolin is back in the wild thanks to The Pangolin Project. Healthy and curious, Daudi's already showing an appetite for exploring the new terrain. 📸 Mark Boyd

Expo tickets are now LIVE! You're invited to come celebrate our planet’s inspiring wildlife at the #WildlifeConservationExpo. ▶️When? Saturday, October 5th ▶️Where? San Francisco, CA ▶️Why come? Let Rosamira explain that to you 👇 More info and tix: hubs.ly/Q02LtZqm0

Precious cargo: A two-week-old Chinese pangolin pup clings tight to its mother's tail. Rescued from poachers, this pup's mom found sanctuary under the watchful eyes of caretakers in Taipei. 📸 Suzi Eszterhas

A bit camera shy, but this pangolin is ready for its grand re-entry into its forest home. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of Katala Foundation Inc., this Palawan pangolin is getting a second chance✨

Curled up and curious🌀 PCF Director Azza got to meet this little pangolin during one of her recent visits to our grantee Africa Nature Investors Africa Nature Investors Foundation

In safe hands 🤲 A pangolin in rehabilitation in Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique. Gorongosa National Park 📸 Peter Lindsey

If you were looking for more ways to refer to a pangolin, you're in the right place. This walking pinecone has an apt name origin, and many very fitting nicknames: hubs.ly/Q02N75Q20

🚨 Over 230 Tangkhul Naga villages in Manipur are committing to halt the hunting & consumption of pangolins. Such a significant community-driven conservation effort is a huge step towards safeguarding these endangered species💚 hubs.ly/Q02N779h0

This pangolin takes first place in curling...up into a ball. An easy win at the next Olympics🥇 📸 Musekese Conservation

Did you know some pangolin species can climb trees like a caterpillar?🐛 This is a Sunda pangolin: the most widely distributed pangolin species in Asia. They prefer forested habitats & spend a large part of their life in trees, even nesting in the hollows of trunks and logs💚

Happy 5th birthday to us! With $5.9 million granted to date across 79 projects in 28 countries, we've witnessed astonishing recoveries in pangolin populations. Thank you for supporting pangolins with us💚