Chinese Pangolin
The Chinese Pangolin is a unique and fascinating mammal native to the forests of South and Southeast Asia. It is known for its tough, scaly body, which is made of keratin, the same material as our fingernails.
The Chinese Pangolin is a nocturnal and solitary animal that spends its nights foraging for ants and termites. It has a long, sticky tongue that it can extend to catch its prey.
The Chinese Pangolin is a highly endangered species, with its numbers declining due to the illegal wildlife trade.
Chinese Pangolin
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
2 - 3 feet
(0.6 - 0.9 m)
Average Weight
10 - 15 lbs
(4.5 - 6.8 kg)
Average Life Span
10 - 15 years
Gestation Period
180 days
Did You Know?
The Chinese Pangolin is a shy, nocturnal mammal covered in unique, hard scales made of keratin, the same material as human fingernails.
When threatened, the Chinese Pangolin curls into a tight, armored ball, protecting itself from predators.
They have a very long, sticky tongue, sometimes longer than their own body, which they use to slurp up ants and termites.
Sadly, the Chinese Pangolin is critically endangered due to habitat loss and illegal trafficking.
These amazing creatures can hold their breath for up to five minutes, which helps them cross small bodies of water.
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