Why have a #WorldPangolinDay? Because, within the 8 species of pangolin, some are listed as vulnerable to extinction, some are listed as endangered & some as critically endangered. But why? Well, that’s because some people still believe their scales have medicinal properties. But guess what? Pangolin scales are just keratin, nothing else. Same protein as your fingernails & hair. Unfortunately, the demand for pangolin scales continues to cause a decrease in the population of pangolins. Raising awareness and educational campaigns are making a difference. YOU can help by spreading the word on social media. And yes, the illegal exportation of pangolins feeds demands in many countries- INCLUDING the United States. So spread the word!!! . . . . . #pangolin #pangolinDay #animallovers #EndExtinction #animalpolis #animalsofinstagram #igscwildlife #animales #exclusive_animals #wildlifephoto #wildlifeaddicts #wildlifephotography #animalworld #awesomeglobe #animalofinstagram #animalsmood #wildlifeonearth #wildlifeplanet #thecritterhaven #animalsaddict #planet_of_animals #wildlife_seekers #animal_in_world #unitedstatesofamerica #igersusa (at San Diego, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt9TRe3nDrs/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=b20du7nvpgul
