Celebrating World Pangolin Day with new genomes to aid the world's most trafficked animal

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Feb 14, 2025, 9:01 am119 pts
Pangolins are unique as they are the only mammal to be covered in scales. Even though they are scaly, photos of them are typically met with "awwws" from the viewers, who find them adorable. Importantly, though, pangolins play an essential role in maintaining their ecosystem.

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