White-bellied Pangolin

Phataginus tricuspis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Pholidota · Manidae

About

The white-bellied pangolin is one of eight extant species of pangolins, and is native to equatorial Africa. Also known as the tree pangolin or three-cusped pangolin, it is the most common of the African forest pangolins.

Fun Fact

White-bellied pangolins climb trees using their prehensile tail as a fifth limb, and they curl their scales into armour so tough that even lions cannot bite through it.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tropical forests

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

13-20 years

Threats

Genetic Bottleneck
Illegal Wildlife Trade
Illegal Logging
Poaching

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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