Pangolin Amigurumi

Pangolins are an amazing type of mammal and there are 8 known species living in Africa and Asia. All 8 species are threatened by extinction as both their scales, meat and skin are illegally traded. Encouragingly, there are now several organisations that are working on conserving this unique creature. [Read more][1] about pangolins and the conservation efforts from WWF, where you can also choose to donate by [adopting a pangolin][2]! For this pattern I was inspired by [Katiecooksandcrafts][3] to do my own amigurumi pangolin pattern. Gauge is not important for this pattern, as long as your hook size fits your yarn type. If using thicker yarn simply use a larger hook, and you will get a bigger result. You also need: * Fibrefill stuffing * 2 eyes (approx 10mm diameter): animal (safety) eyes recommended * Yarn needle to finish and to sew parts together * Stitch marker to keep track of the rounds. I simply use a piece of yarn to slip between the stitches Pattern pdf updated March 2018: head and body, rnd. 12 ends with "sc in last 5st" instead of "sc in last 4st". Please note that the scales for the pangolin are crocodile stitch. I have to the best of my ability explained this method with text and photos, but should you require more instructions I recommend [Red Hearts Ultimate Beginner's Guide][4]. [1]: https://www.worldwildlife.org/species/pangolin [2]: https://gifts.worldwildlife.org/gift-center/gifts/Species-Adoptions/Pangolin.aspx?sc=AWY1800OQ18317A01909RX&_ga=2.106873799.532872128.1584738904-856376764.1584738904 [3]: http://katiecooksandcrafts.blogspot.com/2014/04/crocheted-pangolin.html [4]: http://www.redheart.com/how-to/articles/ultimate-beginners-guide-to-the-crocodile-stitch