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Rescued from wildlife traffickers, with the help of Born Free adopters, Wathu the pangolin is now getting ready for life back in the wild – where she belongs.

As we celebrate World Pangolin Day, Born Free is stepping up to secure a safe future for these remarkable animals, in the vast rainforests of West-Central Africa.

The stories of two pangolins rescued by Lilongwe Wildlife Centre show the ups and downs of their vital work to protect the species.

With your help, a young pangopup – rescued from wildlife traffickers – has undergone a remarkable transformation in Malawi. But, pangolins belong in the wild of course…

We take a deep dive into what poaching is, why it's bad for wildlife AND humans, and what we are doing to prevent it.

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.

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?

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!

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!

Plight of the Pangolin: On World Pangolin Day, will you stand up for these rare and gentle creatures?