pangolin flashcard

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What is a pangolin?

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A pangolin is a mammal known for its protective keratin scales and is often referred to as a 'scaly anteater'.

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How many species of pangolins are there?

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There are 8 species of pangolins.

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What are pangolin scales made of?

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Pangolin scales are made of keratin, the same material found in human nails.

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What is the primary defense mechanism of pangolins?

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Pangolins curl up into a ball to protect themselves from predators.

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What is the most trafficked animal in the world?

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The pangolin is the most trafficked animal in the world.

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How many pangolins were trafficked in 2019 for their scales alone?

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195,000 pangolins were trafficked in 2019 for their scales.

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What do pangolins primarily eat?

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Pangolins primarily eat ants and termites.

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Where are pangolins commonly found?

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Pangolins are found in Asia and Africa.

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What is the conservation status of pangolins?

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Pangolins are listed as vulnerable or endangered due to poaching and habitat loss.

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What is the role of pangolins in the ecosystem?

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Pangolins help control insect populations, particularly ants and termites.