The biggest threat to pangolin today is illegal poaching and trafficking. Pangolins are the most heavily trafficked mammal in the world, with their scales used for traditional medicines and meat as a delicacy. As demand increases, poachers have become increasingly organized and sophisticated in their methods of hunting them down. Habitat destruction has amplified the fragility of these animals, making them more susceptible to extinction due to diminished access to food and nesting areas. In order to safeguard these endangered creatures from extinction, conservation measures must be urgently taken.