World Pangolin Day - Current Affairs Questions and Answers

1)   What are other names for Pangolins?

a. Anteaters
b. Trenggling
c. Both of the above
d. None of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both of the above

Explanation:
Pangolins are also known as anteaters or trenggling and are in danger of extinction due to illegal trade and poaching. A division of WWF India, TRAFFIC India, stressed on the eve of World Pangolin Day that one needs to save these creatures facing extinction in India. 2 of 8 species of Pangolin ( 4 in Asia and Africa each) are from India namely Indian Pangolin Manis crassicaudata and Chinese Pangolin Manis pentadactyla. Pangolins are the world’s most trafficked animal and conservation groups from across the world are trying to save this burrowing mammal.