- Armadillo - Wikipedia
Living armadillos are characterized by a leathery armor shell and long, sharp claws for digging They have short legs, but can move quite quickly The average length of an armadillo is about 75 cm (30 in), including its tail
- Armadillo - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
There are at least 21 different species of armadillo, each with its own unique appearance The largest species grows nearly 5 ft long, and weighs up to 119 lbs
- 14 Astounding Armadillo Facts - Fact Animal
There are 21 species of armadillo and all of them are still present in South America, with 11 species residing in Paraguay Armadillos live in grasslands and forests and are selective when it comes to where they will build their burrows Sands and loose soils make digging and foraging much easier
- 10 Facts About Armadillos - ThoughtCo
Learn about the armadillo with these important facts about diet, behavior, appearance, and more
- Armadillo | 9-Banded Species, Habitat Diet | Britannica
Armadillo, (family Dasypodidae), any of various armoured mammals found mainly in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America Most of the 20 species inhabit open areas, such as grasslands, but some also live in forests
- Armadillos - Types, Size, Habitat, Diet, Lifespan, Predators, Images
The name ‘armadillo’ refers to the bony plates covering these animals’ bodies like protective armor The 21 extant species of armadillos are grouped under 2 families: Dasypodidae, with only one living genus, Dasypus, and Chlamyphoridae, which contains all other extant species under 5 genera
- Word from the Smokies: Armadillos make a home in the Smokies
Armadillos are expanding their range About 20 species of armadillo exist worldwide, but the nine-banded armadillo is the only one found in the U S
- Armadillos | National Geographic
Armadillo is a Spanish word meaning “little armored one” and refers to the bony plates that cover the back, head, legs, and tail of most of these odd looking creatures
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