๐ฒThese are pangolin (Manis spp.) scales. The 4 pangolin species are native to Asia but are heavily trafficked internationally.ย
๐ Why does this matter?
๐ According to EcoHealth Alliance: โPangolins themselves are not known to carry any viruses which can infect humans, but they do carry parasites in their scales like ticks which can spread vector-born diseases.โ ๐ฆ
๐จSo take heed if you see these creatures
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