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A pile of pangolin scales with green and white 'customs' tape and three sacks of scales visible in the background.

Help end the brutal pangolin trade

It’s shocking, but pangolin poaching is a big business. You can help Born Free take action to fight crime and stop those who want to hunt, kill and sell these fascinating animals.
A pangolin crawling across a leafy forest floor at night

Protect gorillas to save pangolins

You might have heard how Born Free is devoted to gorilla conservation in Cameroon, but did you know their rainforest habitat is also home to rare pangolins?
A pangolin walking through grass and small plants

Meet Wanjala, the orphan pangolin

Stolen from the wild by poachers in Malawi, a young pangopup is now helping raise vital funds to save her entire species from extinction. But, she needs your help!
A pangolin climbing across a tree branch with greenery in the background

10 fascinating facts about pangolins

The only mammals covered in scales from their heads to tails, there’s nothing like a pangolin! From curling up into a ball when threatened to using their long, sticky tongues to scoop up ants and termites, there are endless interesting facts about pangolins!
A pangolin nestled in long grass and undergrowth

Urgent appeal to save the world’s most trafficked mammal

Plight of the Pangolin: On World Pangolin Day, will you stand up for these rare and gentle creatures?
Close up of a pangolin foraging on the ground

Princess the Pangolin’s remarkable story

An injured pangolin has undergone a remarkable journey of recovery, thanks to our long-term colleagues at Lilongwe Wildlife Trust, in Malawi, southeast Africa.

Adoption Diary: January 2024

The latest news on some of the adopted animals YOU help us look after.

From rescue to release – the journey of an oprhaned pangolin

A few months ago, you helped rescue an orphaned pangopup in the tropical forests of Central African Republic. Our Rescue & Care team reports on what happened next.

Our new pangolin poll raises funds & awareness

What would you call our new baby pangolin? Born Free launches new poll to support our Sangha Pangolin Project colleagues and help save the pangolin.

10 facts about pangolins

Here’s 10 facts you need to know about this fascinating creature and the issues it is facing.