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Documentary Unveils Heartbreaking Fight to Save Kulu the Pangolin

4/22/2025

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In “Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey,” a troubled man's life intertwines with Kulu, an endangered pangolin saved from poachers. Set against the stunning backdrop of South Africa's Lapalala Wildlife Reserve, the documentary reveals the heart-wrenching struggle for Kulu's survival, shedding light on the devastating impact of illegal wildlife trade and the demand for pangolin scales in traditional medicine.

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Story summary

In “Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey,” a troubled man's life intertwines with Kulu, an endangered pangolin saved from poachers. Set against the stunning backdrop of South Africa's Lapalala Wildlife Reserve, the documentary reveals the heart-wrenching struggle for Kulu's survival, shedding light on the devastating impact of illegal wildlife trade and the demand for pangolin scales in traditional medicine.