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Did you know? Pangolins are the worlds most trafficked mammal and are at risk of being EATEN TO EXTINCTION… Yep “eaten to extinction” - let that idea sink in for a second…
Video by: @jeanlabu
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"It is estimated that since 2000, MORE THAN 1 MILLION PANGOLINS have been traded illegally at the international level, which makes them the MOST TRAFFICKED wild mammal in the world..." - @savepangolinsofficial
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There are 8 species of Pangolins (4 Asian species and 4 African species) and sadly “all eight pangolin species are now listed as threatened with extinction, largely because they are being illegally traded to China and Viet Nam." - Says Professor Jonathan Baillie, Co-Chair of the IUCN SSC Pangolin Specialist Group and Conservation Programmes Director at ZSL.
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Unfortunately, the illegal trade of this beautiful and intriguing animal is thriving, and it blows my mind that humans are willing to pay big bucks for:
- Their MEAT, which is being plated up across East-Asia as a "luxury" food...
- Traditional Chinese medicine. It is believed that their scales treat a range of conditions, from poor circulation to psoriasis…
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Fortunately there are people and projects out there that are doing their part to help protect these animals and raise awareness, such as the accounts mentioned below. Show them some support/love by checking out their page and giving them a follow!
@pangolinsg
@savepangolinsofficial
@tikkihywoodtrust
@vietnamwildlife
@pangos.and.pottos
@pangolinandco
@africanpangolinconservation
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If you know of any other Pangolin heroes that aren’t on the list above, comment them below! ♀️♂️
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Feel free to like, comment & share to help spread the word.
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People often ask me why I do what I do and rescue animals and run a sanctuary. Sometimes I laugh it off and call it an affliction, but truthfully, I do what I do because of the animals. I want the whole world to know that they are ALL sentient beings, just like you and I. I want the world to be a more compassionate place for ALL people and animals. The love ❤️ and joy these animals give so freely makes me feel selfish! I get WAY more from them than I give to them!
Here you see the face of someone who knows she’s safe. Just a few weeks ago she was pretty unsure of humans but now she can nap , relax and smile
One ☝ more shout out to @pnw250pigrescue for pulling off a massive rescue of over 250 pigs last month. Donate or volunteer if you can!
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