Peggy the 3-Legged Pangolin Learns to Walk Again

Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sCxtqiZwp14

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Meet Peggy the pangolin! The Lilongwe Wildlife Trust found Peggy in a sad state, with a severe injury to one of her legs, likely caused by a snare wire trap. Pangolins are the only mammal covered in scales, and their unique features have unfortunately made them a prime target for poachers. In fact, they're the world's most trafficked mammal, accounting for as much as 20% of the illegal wildlife trade. In countries like China and Vietnam, they are in high demand, as their meat is considered a delicacy and their scales are used in traditional medicine – despite there being no scientific evidence of them providing any medicinal value. Pangolins are highly prone to stress, which makes caring for them in captivity a notable challenge. After having her leg amputated, Peggy slowly recovered and learned to walk again. Her resilience is an inspiration to all, and her story is a true reflection of how effective LWT's work is.

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