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This is an Emergency: Please Help Save Pangolins Today

Published on: February 16, 2025
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Dear Friend of Wildlife,

One of our favorite animals here at Wild at Life  is the pangolin. From the Giant pangolin in Central and South Africa to the small Sunda pangolin in Southeast Asia, there are eight incredible species total.World Pangolin Day, is a chance to recognize the impact of certain industries on these timid, scaly little friends. Pangolin scales are highly prized in the wildlife trade, making them the most heavily trafficked mammal in the world. And deforestation, one of our core issues, is directly tied to poaching, because massive corporations are bulldozing trees and setting them on fire to build palm oil plantations. Once cleared, they develop roads that create deeper and deeper access into the rainforest — leaving wildlife like pangolins extremely vulnerable to poaching, while also destroying their habitat.

Everything about the pangolin is special!

These ancient animals are almost unchanged for 70 million years. But, their most unique trait is also their biggest threat.

Pangolins are the only mammal with scales. This tough armour (made from keratin, like our fingernails) protects them from predators, even a lion. But these shy animals have no defence against humans. They’re powerless when ruthless poachers stuff them alive into a sack, to be sold on the black market.

They are also the only mammals in the world completely covered in scales. And they’re one more example of the precious biodiversity that’s at risk of disappearing forever if we can’t stop the waves of destruction that threaten their homes.

For 10 years, we’ve developed strategic campaigns that have helped connect the dots between the suppliers and producers doing the destruction. We’ve done the research that shows where the money goes, and who is insuring the dangerous projects that poison communities and puts ecosystems at risk. We’ve helped a lot of big names change their minds and change their tune about the harm they’ve caused. And we couldn’t do that work with donors like you.

And if you’re able to, please consider becoming our newest supporter.

There is a sickening illegal trade in pangolin scales – used in traditional Asian medicine – and meat:

⭕ More than one million brutally killed (many boiled alive) in past decade

⭕ Thought to be the world’s most heavily trafficked mammal

⭕ At least 400 fall victim to poachers each and every day

Endangered pangolins rely on tropical forests for food, water, and shelter. But greedy corporations are tearing forests down to convert them into plantations, and to turn a quick profit. And species, like the Sunda pangolin, are disappearing so fast it’s terrifying to think there could be a future without them.

We’re here to make sure that never happens. Thanks so much for your generous support!

For people, the planet, and pangolins,

wanted to tell you about our urgent new appeal to save these rare and gentle creatures.

Your gift could help:

✔️ Fight rampant wildlife crime and stop illegal trade

✔️ Rescue orphans and give good food and 24/7 care

✔️ Stop poachers and keep pangolins safe in the wild

Want to see our rescues in action?

Check out our Nigerian Pangolin Project, where we share updates on our ongoing efforts to save, rehabilitate, and release these incredible animals.

 

All eight species of pangolins are under threat. But we CAN’T let them go extinct due to senseless human greed! Your gift today could help stop the cruelty.

Without urgent action, these beautiful, mysterious animals could disappear before many people are aware they exist. Please donate today, before it’s too late.

Together, let’s save the pangolin!

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