Do pangolins relate closely to  Pangolins are amongst the smallest creatures to dwell on the earth and thee most harmless out of all the other creatures they share the earth with. Baby pangolins are called Pangopups, they are 6 inches long and weigh only 12 ounces at birth. They are born with soft, transparent scales which develop as they grow. Pangopups nurse for 3-4 months but begin eating insects after their first month. In their first month they also begin traveling with their mothers. Which mammal eats The Pangolin is the only known mammal in the world to have hard overlapping scales, that cover their entire body. As a female Pangolin, I am not noticeably different from the male, the main difference is my smaller build. If you happen to come across me you may spot my child tagging along on my tail, which one would not find a male doing. We are overly protective with our pups, as they are even more defenceless than we are and have a higher chance of being preyed on. Which is the most antisocial animal? Pangolins in captivity is extremely detrimental to not only our species but our well being as we fall susceptible to diseases. Our true strength and prosperity lays in being “FREE” and roaming the landscapes of the earth. There is no exact record of the lifespan of a pangolin, although it is said that they can live for over 20 years in the wild, and do not live long in captivity. This is due to their eating habits as they may not accept unfamiliar foods and have huge appetites. If they do not receive a good amount of food, they often die earlier than their average life expectancy. How do Lion Prides work? Lions are quite territorial and stay in the same place for many years. While resident males defend prides against competing coalitions, females aggressively defend their territory against other females. A hundred years ago, Africa had more than 200,000 lions, however, it has shrunk to about 21,000 today, making it one of the smallest populations of any animal in the world, according to the United Nations. Lions are the only cats who live in groups. They are known for being loyal to their family. Not their biological family but their pride, this sometimes means that they do not keep family members in their pride especially if they are male. What is the life cycle of Lion Cubs? Lion cubs like playing with sticks, twigs, and their moms' tails. Cubs usually play with each other, but sometimes with adults. Their play mimics adults' stalking and fighting. For the first 3-11 days of a lion cub’s life, he or she does not have sight. This endangers them as they are helpless. Lion cubs sometimes spend a lot of time playing with one another in order to fulfill their curiosity and emulate the adult lion's stalking and fighting. These playful periods aid in the development of the fundamental foundations and abilities required for a cub's maturity. Lion cubs are born in litters of 2-3, 4 being the usual. After their birth they are taken to a safe place where they are cared for either by their mother alone, or the females within the pride. Infanticide is a common problem for cubs, the main predators which they are exposed to are hyenas, leopards, and other lions. The lioness knows that she needs to hide her baby lions from the moment that they are born. How does the Lioness benefit the Pride? Female lions in a pride are usually related, and they stay in the area where they were born unless there isn't enough food, in which case females who are two years old have to leave. I am the Queen of the pride; I take care of my pride by providing them with a sense of protection as well as food. I care for my young deeply and will protect them relentlessly. I will stay by their side every day for the first 6 weeks, nurturing them and making sure they are fed, whilst keeping them hidden in thick dense bushes. there after when the time is right, we reunite with the entire pride. What purpose do Male Lions serve? A lion's mane is a sign of health and strength and contributes to its threatening image. A healthier lion with enough testosterone will have a darker, fuller mane. My presence is made known not only by the gentle thud on the earth beneath my paws, but also through my roar that fills the air for 5 miles all around me. I am known as ‘the King of the beasts’. "First of all, to say that the world is all paralyzed due to the Corona Virus, and I am particularly sorry for that. It is being a difficult moment because we are preparing for the year 2020 rhino cup, and knowing that we will not be able to start with the games was very painful, sad 🙁but very sad even though since 2017 we’re not used to going so long without playing Rhino cup games that this is already part of us for what it does in our lives, we hope to be able to return soon and that our sponsor cannot give up on us because this Championship is already part of our Lives.  "It is sad to know that we no longer have the best world championship, the Rhino Cup Champions League. We are people who love football, I particularly love football, my whole community loves football, so everyone is demoralized, the community was used to spend every Sunday from 1 pm on the field to watch games!"  So proud of the leadership shown by the RCCL Committee in Mozambique. The Committee, along with Madam Chief Helena Chivite of the Sabie Government Post, used funds provided by Wild and Free Foundation to purchase and deliver food and supplies to 35 families in need during quarantine. Each family received: rice; flour; beans; sugar; salt; cooking oil; chicken broth; matches; soap; and surgical masks. Well done RCCL Committee!!  Communities are fearing the return  Orlando "Watch" Cossa, coach of Club de Corumana, places his palm on his head in shock and anxiety during the 2019 Rhino Cup Champions League exhibition game versus Tchuela FC during the closing ceremony. The game took place at the Corumana soccer field in Mozambique.
"We have a great way to fight against the rhino hunting.” Orlando "Watch" Cossa Coach, Club De Corumana RCCL Committee President The RCCL represents our hope, health,  In this image, Bito Billa is standing next to his wife. He is holding his baby daughter (two years old) in his arms, and his wife has an expression of pride and joy. Corumana FC in their yellow kit for the 2019 Rhino Cup Champions League season won against Chelsea FC on the Corumana soccer field, Mozambique. The Corumana FC team is sponsored by Wild and Free Foundation. "For me, the Rhino Cup Champions League brought a change, an evolution, and improvement in our community and in local football.” Bito Billa, Club de Corumana. 2020 Rhino Cup Champions League in Mozambique is postponed. The players and coaches are very disappointed as they have been training hard for the season, and the whole community was looking forward to the kick-off.  Matt Bracken, Co-Founder of Wild and Free Foundation. Posing with the Rhino Cup Champions League flag in Mozambique. Thank you, Wild and Free Foundation! As a member of the Rhino Cup Champions League committee, Ivo Timba's positive outlook and charisma are perfectly captured here. Since joining the RCCL in 2017, Ivo has been actively involved in the soccer league's community service initiatives in Mozambique.
"This message serves much more than a smile. Thank You!" Ivo Silva Timba Rhino Cup Champions League Committee Member Mozambique Ivo wrote a letter to thank Wild and Free Foundation after the 2019 Rhino Cup Champions League season has ended. This letter is the original words of Ivo. Ivo's home language is Portuguese. Captain’s message to the  Hanifa Vasco Manjate, Captain of the Peregrinas de Sabie F.C. female soccer team. Hanifa speaks at the 2019 Rhino Cup Champions League closing ceremony in Corumana, Mozambique. Hanifa's message is a statement on rhino poaching and gratitude to the sponsors. The Women's Rhino Cup Champions League not only helps to reduce rhino poaching, but also helps women do better academically and professionally. Wild and Free Foundation, the league's sponsor in Mozambique, is thankful to the Women's Rhino Cup Champions League Committee. With the help of the committee, four more teams will be formed in Mavunguana, Baptine, and Mucacaza. The League’s primary goal is to inform would-be killers of the African rhino of the disastrous consequences of their actions. Wild & Free Foundation supports The female soccer team, Peregrinas de Sabie F.C., posed for a fan photo just before the very first kick-off of the Women's Rhino Cup Champions League 2019, Sabié, Mozambique. Peregrinas de Sabie is sponsored by Travel Beyond (a travel agency in Wayzata, Minnesota). Every week, residents of Sabié, Corumana, Ligongolo, Incomanine, and Chavane gather to witness the women's soccer games at their own community grounds. Funding for the Women's Rhino Cup Champions League competition is being provided by the Wild and Free Foundation. The competition began on the 13th of July in 2019, with six teams and ten weeks of soccer games. |