A pangolin presumably destined for the Chinese traditional medicine market or bush-meat markets of South-East Asia has been rescued by conservation officials and SAPS members in the town of Brits in North West Province. Three people who were travelling in the vehicle were arrested when they could not give a valid reason for the pangolin in their possession. In this photo, published on the African Pangolin Working Group website, Ally the pangolin is shown enjoying her hard-won freedom before giving birth. Many of the rescued animals are given names indicating where they were rescued. In total, 11 people were arrested by a team of specialised law enforcement officials in connection with these incidents.

Source: The North Africa Journal September 13, 2020 06:56 UTC