Once they locate and expose the nests their tongues allow them to infiltrate the nest sites with ease. They have a two chambered stomach. Reproduction Little is known about the reproduction patterns of Manis crassicaudata . Births have been recorded in January, March, July, and November. The gestation period is between 65-70 days.
Females give birth to a single young, and ocassionally two can be produced.
Newborns can weigh from 200-500 grams. Their scales are soft, eyes are functional, and can immediately crawl on its own. At about 1 month of age the young are carried on the dorsal base of the mother's tail when foraging, and at about 3 months of age the young are weaned. The longevity of Manis crassicaudata under captive conditions is greater than 13 years. Behavior Manis crassicaudata are nocturnal, spending most of the day in their burrows or among rocks.