Eye of the Pangolin (2019)

Eye of the Pangolin is a documentary that sheds light on the plight of these remarkable creatures.

Pangolins, also known as “scaly anteaters,” are unique mammals with protective keratin scales covering their bodies.

These scales serve as armor against predators, but unfortunately, they also make pangolins highly sought after in the illegal wildlife trade.

Eye of the Pangolin follows two intrepid filmmakers as they venture across the African continent, from arid savannahs to exotic jungles, in pursuit of a remarkable goal: to film all four African pangolin species for the first time.

Their journey is fraught with challenges. They dive deep into remote locations, where they encounter pangolins in their natural habitat.

Along the way, they meet dedicated individuals who study, rehabilitate, and protect these elusive creatures.

Why are pangolins poached from the wild? The answer lies in the illegal trade driven by the demand for pangolin scales and meat. These delicate creatures face perilous circumstances as their populations plunge due to relentless poaching.

The filmmakers witness pangolin rehabilitation efforts, electric fences designed to enhance pangolin safety, and the emotional moment of releasing a pangolin back into the wild.

Eye of the Pangolin serves as a cautionary story. These beings could vanish within the next 10-20 years if we don’t act now.

Their survival is not just a testament to their stability, it’s a testament to our commitment to protecting Earth’s biodiversity.

Remember, every pangolin saved contributes to the robustness of our planet’s delicate ecosystem.