The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism says pangolins are in danger of extinction. This was revealed by executive director of environment, forestry and tourism Teofilus Nghitila on World Pangolin Day on Saturday. "While observing the day, the line ministry wishes to remind the public that our pangolins are in danger of extinction. These species continue to be illegally captured and are the most trafficked mammals since 2014," she said. Nghitila said the illegal capturing of pangolins is causing the local population to steeply decline, putting them at risk of extinction. He said 18 skins, 12 live animals, and 146 scales were confiscated in 2023, resulting in 23 registered cases and 38 suspects arrested. These figures surpass that of elephants and rhinos combined for this period, Nghitila said.