There are a total of eight species of pangolin on our planet. Pangolins, also known as scaly anteaters, are unique creatures that are covered in hard, plate-like scales. They are insectivorous (feeding on insects) and are mainly nocturnal.
Balloon framing, framework of a wooden building in which the elements consist of small members nailed together. In balloon framing, the studs (vertical members) extend the full height of the building (usually two stories) from foundation plate to rafter plate, as contrasted with platform framing, in which each floor is framed separately.
A wood-frame building is the only one of the. five types of construction that has combustible exterior walls. This is the typical single-family. home construction method. These buildings are built with 2 x 4 or 2 x 6 studs and load-bearing. walls, wood floor trusses, or wood floor joist and wood roof framing.