I WONDER - How do Pangolins Protect Themselves?

Pangolins, like armadillos, can roll into a ball when threatened. If this defense fails, they use their strong tail muscles to thrash around. Their scales have sharp edges that effectively deter predators.

What is a common defense mechanism shared by pangolins and armadillos?

• Hiding underground

• Climbing trees

• Rolling into a ball

• Running away quickly

What do pangolins do if rolling into a ball is not effective?

• They emit a loud noise

• They play dead

• They use their tail to thrash

• They dig a hole

How do pangolins use their tail muscles in defense?

• To balance while running

• To thrash and scare predators

• To dig burrows

• To climb trees quickly

What feature of pangolins helps them deter predators?

• Their sharp-edged scales

• Their ability to fly

• Their bright colors

• Their loud roar

Why are the scales of pangolins effective against predators?

• They emit a foul smell

• They are colorful and distracting

• They are slippery and hard to grip

• They have sharp edges