chinese pangolin (manis pentadactyla) in Chinese Pangolins inhabit forested and grassland environments, often residing in burrows.
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manis pentadactylaESA Categories -mammals

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    chinese pangolin

  • Regions

    ChinaIndiaNepal

  • Population

    Exact population unknown due to secretive nature but it is considered critically endangered.

  • Habitat

    Chinese Pangolins inhabit forested and grassland environments, often residing in burrows.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    4.4 and 20

Regions

China, India, Nepal

Manis pentadactyla, also known as Chinese Pangolin, is a mammal that has protective keratin scales covering its skin. It is found in the wild in Asia.

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