Put on your armor, explorers! Today, Aimee is taking us into the deep forests and sweeping savannas to meet an animal that looks like a cross between a tiny dinosaur and a pinecone.

In this episode, we’re following the wobbly tracks of the incredible Pangolin. You’ll learn:

• The Only Scaly Mammal: Discover how pangolins are the only mammals on Earth completely covered in tough armor.
• Nature's Suit of Armor: Learn about Keratin, the super-strong material that makes up their scales (it's the exact same stuff as your fingernails!).
• The Ultimate Hide-and-Seek Trick: Find out what Volvation is and how they use it to roll into a tight, bite-proof ball when lions or leopards are nearby.
• A Super-Stretchy Slurper: Hear how they manage to eat up to 70 million ants and termites a year using a sticky tongue that is actually longer than their entire body!
• A T-Rex Waddle: Discover why these quirky creatures use Bipedal movement—walking on just their two back legs—to keep their front digging claws perfectly sharp.

Get ready to slurp up some amazing facts about one of the most unique and endangered animals on the planet!

Some species of Pangolins are Critically Endangered.

If you are interested in helping Pangolins, consider supporting:

Pangolin Conservation and Research Fund | https://www.pangolincrf.org/

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