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What unique physical characteristic differentiates pangolins from other mammals?
What unique physical characteristic differentiates pangolins from other mammals?
What has primarily led to the decline of the pangolin population in China?
What has primarily led to the decline of the pangolin population in China?
How much has the pangolin population in China declined since the 1960s?
How much has the pangolin population in China declined since the 1960s?
What advantage do scales provide pangolins against natural predators?
What advantage do scales provide pangolins against natural predators?
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What is a significant risk faced by pangolins due to human activity?
What is a significant risk faced by pangolins due to human activity?
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Study Notes
Pangolin Threats
- Pangolins are targeted more frequently by poachers than any other animal.
- Pangolins are unique mammals, covered in scales.
- Pangolin scales are highly valued in traditional Chinese medicine.
- This high demand has led to a 90% decline in the Chinese pangolin population since the 1960s.
- Pangolin scales defend them from predators, but are easily harvested by poachers.
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Test your knowledge on the threats faced by pangolins, a unique species heavily targeted by poachers. Learn about their scales, the impact of traditional medicine, and the alarming decline in their population. Discover more about these fascinating mammals and their struggles for survival.
