The tree pangolin or also known as the white-bellied pangolin, Phataginus tricuspis mabirae (Rafinesque, 1821) of Uganda – Bwindi

The white-bellied pangolin is rare because it is severely threatened by illegal trade and habitat loss. Its scales are used in Chinese traditional medicine, and pangolins in general are considered to be among the most frequently poached mammals in the world. In addition, its nocturnal and secretive nature, as well as its limited range in African rainforests, make comprehensive conservation efforts difficult.