What is another word for Genus Pholidota?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs fˌɒlɪdˈə͡ʊtə] (IPA) 
Genus Pholidota refers to a class of mammals that are known for their armor-like, scaled bodies and long snouts. In zoology, there are several equivalent terms for Genus Pholidota such as pangolins, scaly anteaters, or trenggiling. These synonym terms are used to describe different species within the same family of mammals. Pangolins are the most commonly used term, and it refers to eight species of scaly mammals found in Africa and Asia. Scaly anteaters are another way to describe Pangolins because of their unique covering of keratin scales. Lastly, trenggiling refers specifically to the Sunda pangolin, which is native to Indonesia and Malaysia. These terms are often interchanged, but they all refer to the same unique and fascinating creatures.
