Save the pangolins!


Image of Sunda pangolin from Wildlife Reserves Singapore. 

Pangolins have made their way into the media (and our hearts) recently with their connection to the current global pandemic. Lucky for us, we can support organizations that are trying their best to support the conservation and protection of these little ant-eating artichokes. Save Pangolins is one of these wonderful organizations. While they are based here in the United States, they support those working in Singapore in various ways to protect the local species, the Sunda pangolin. Learn more about this organization here! 

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