Scales Pangolin Rescue Fund

Scales Pangolin Rescue Fund Funding the rehabilitation & release of Temminck's Pangolins rescued from the illegal wildlife trade.

We’re very happy to share a positive update on the pregnant female rescued during the triple sting operation.ALL PANGOLI...
20/06/2026

We’re very happy to share a positive update on the pregnant female rescued during the triple sting operation.

ALL PANGOLINS ARE HOUSED AND TREATED OFF-SITE AT UNDISCLOSED SECURE LOCATIONS.

When she arrived she was badly emaciated and dehydrated, but carrying a tiny miracle. Despite everything she had been through, she has shown incredible strength. Named Dory, after being released in the same location as Nemo, she is now in her soft release phase and is going from strength to strength, gaining weight steadily and settling beautifully into her new territory.

It’s wonderful to see her thriving and preparing to bring new life into the wild. We continue to monitor her closely and are so grateful for every bit of progress this resilient mum is making.

Huge thanks to the teams at , , , and everyone who has been part of Dory’s journey so far.

Pangolin Trivia Answer! 🥐Why do Temminck’s pangolins regularly roll and rub themselves in dry sand or dust? To remove pa...
17/06/2026

Pangolin Trivia Answer! 🥐

Why do Temminck’s pangolins regularly roll and rub themselves in dry sand or dust? To remove parasites and maintain healthy skin.

Temminck’s pangolins take regular “dust baths”. By rolling and rubbing in dry soil or sand, they help dislodge parasites (like ticks), keep their skin in good condition, and may also assist with temperature regulation.

It’s a clever, natural behaviour that helps these scaly animals stay healthy in the wild!

Thanks for playing!

Pangolin Trivia Time! 🥐Why do Temminck’s pangolins regularly roll and rub themselves in dry sand or dust?Drop your guess...
13/06/2026

Pangolin Trivia Time! 🥐

Why do Temminck’s pangolins regularly roll and rub themselves in dry sand or dust?

Drop your guess in the comments! 👇 Answer coming on Wednesday

Myths vs. Facts🥐❌ Myth: Pangolins often give birth to litters of 2 to 6 pups.✅ Fact: Temminck’s pangolins almost always ...
05/06/2026

Myths vs. Facts🥐

❌ Myth: Pangolins often give birth to litters of 2 to 6 pups.
✅ Fact: Temminck’s pangolins almost always have just one single pup at a time.

Female Temminck’s pangolins usually give birth to only one baby after a gestation period of about 105–140 days, and they typically only reproduce every 1 to 2 years. This very slow reproductive rate makes it extremely difficult for pangolin populations to recover from poaching and other threats.

Those images and stories you may have seen of pangolins with multiple pups are not accurate, they are AI-generated or based on misinformation.

Every healthy pangolin pup born in the wild is incredibly precious, which is why protecting pregnant mothers and giving rescued pangolins the best chance at recovery is so vital.

📷Baby Archie, Rescued August 2023 - Released February 2025

04/06/2026

A Tiny Heartbeat of Hope 🥐❤️

A month ago, we shared the rescue of three pangolins in three separate operations on the same day and that one of the females rescued was pregnant. This is an ultrasound of her tiny pup’s heartbeat, still strong despite all the trauma the mother has been through.

It’s a powerful reminder of resilience and just how hard life fights to continue.
We’re keeping a very close eye on mum and doing everything we can to give this little one the best chance.

ALL PANGOLINS ARE HOUSED AND TREATED OFF-SITE AT UNDISCLOSED SECURE LOCATIONS.

Thank you to the incredible team at Umoya Khulula Wildlife Centre and Hoedspruit Animal Hospital - ProVet for their tireless care.
Limpopo Pangolin Collective

Not every operation ends the way we hope. 🥐🖤Our partners responded to intelligence and were met with the devastating sig...
27/05/2026

Not every operation ends the way we hope. 🥐🖤

Our partners responded to intelligence and were met with the devastating sight of two dead pangolins. It’s a heartbreaking reminder of how brutal the illegal wildlife trade can be. These gentle animals did not deserve to lose their lives for greed and exploitation.

While we mourn their loss, there is a small measure of justice: the poacher was caught and arrested on the scene. By removing both the animals and the perpetrator from the trade, this operation still dealt a blow to wildlife crime, even if it came at a painful cost.

Moments like this are never easy. They fuel our determination to keep fighting harder, to save more lives, and to one day see an end to this cruel trade. Every pangolin matters, and every arrest brings us one step closer to a safer future for them.

Our thoughts are with the team who had to face this difficult scene, and everyone involved for their continued commitment despite days like this.

ALL PANGOLINS ARE HOUSED AND TREATED OFF-SITE AT UNDISCLOSED SECURE LOCATIONS.

Limpopo Pangolin Collective Umoya Khulula Wildlife Centre Hoedspruit Animal Hospital - ProVet

Did You Know? 🥐Temminck’s pangolins are mostly nocturnal, but during the cooler winter months in South Africa they often...
23/05/2026

Did You Know? 🥐

Temminck’s pangolins are mostly nocturnal, but during the cooler winter months in South Africa they often become active during the day (or at dawn and dusk). The lower temperatures make it more comfortable for them to forage, so they shift their schedule and come out earlier.

Unfortunately, this change in behaviour makes them more vulnerable to poaching during winter. The bush is drier, thinner, and “crunchier”, which means pangolins are easier to spot when they’re moving around in daylight. This is one of the main reasons we see a clear peak in poaching and confiscation cases during the winter months.

🌈 Who’s ready to get colourful for conservation?We’re super excited to invite you to the Rainbow Rush Challenge – a fun,...
22/05/2026

🌈 Who’s ready to get colourful for conservation?
We’re super excited to invite you to the Rainbow Rush Challenge – a fun, messy, and unforgettable colour run style obstacle course happening right here in Hoedspruit!

On Saturday, 13th June 2026, join us at The Thirsty Giraffe Grillhouse and WineBar, Hoedspruit for a day of music, colour explosions, laughter, and good vibes. Dash, dance, or stroll through clouds of colour while raising vital funds for conservation — including our Scales Pangolin Rescue Fund.

Every colourful step you take helps us rescue, rehabilitate, and release more pangolins, and supports other important conservation projects across the region.
Whether you come as a solo runner, with friends, family, or your work crew — this is going to be a blast!

Come dressed in white (or clothes you don’t mind getting colourful!) and prepare to leave covered in rainbows!

Local Hoedspruit friends, this is your chance to have fun while making a real difference for pangolins and our local wildlife.

Tickets and more info available here 👉 www.scales.org.za/event-details/rainbow-rush-challenge-2026

Let’s paint the town rainbow for conservation! 🌈🐾

Kuru’s Tough Road to Recovery 🥐Kuru is the tiny 4kg male rescued during last month’s triple sting operation.ALL PANGOLIN...
19/05/2026

Kuru’s Tough Road to Recovery 🥐

Kuru is the tiny 4kg male rescued during last month’s triple sting operation.

ALL PANGOLINS ARE HOUSED AND TREATED OFF-SITE AT UNDISCLOSED SECURE LOCATIONS.

He arrived in very poor condition: severely emaciated, dehydrated, with biliary issues, wounds under his scales, and serious injuries to his front right arm and nails. It’s already been a long and difficult battle for this little fighter.

But we’re so pleased to share that Kuru is finally starting to turn a corner. He is healing, eating well on his own, and growing stronger with each passing day.

It’s still going to be a long journey with challenges ahead, but the team at is standing by him every step of the way, giving him the very best care and the strongest possible chance at full recovery and eventual release.

Kuru has already shown incredible resilience, we’re rooting for this brave little guy with everything we’ve got.

Thank you to everyone working so hard on his care, and to all of you for your continued support. Every bit of love and encouragement helps these pangolins fight.

Hoedspruit Animal Hospital - ProVet Umoya Khulula Wildlife Centre Limpopo Pangolin Collective

Pangolin Trivia Answer! 🥐How many pups does a female Temminck’s pangolin typically produce per year?Usually just one pup...
17/05/2026

Pangolin Trivia Answer! 🥐

How many pups does a female Temminck’s pangolin typically produce per year?
Usually just one pup every 1–2 years

Female Temminck’s pangolins give birth to a single pup after a gestation of about 105–140 days. Because of their slow reproductive cycle, they generally only produce one offspring every one to two years.

This very low reproductive rate makes it extremely difficult for pangolin populations to recover once they are hit hard by poaching, which is why every life counts.

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