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 …

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, …

May 5, 2025 · Learn about the armadillo with these important facts about diet, behavior, appearance, and more.

Dec 6, 2025 · The Nine-banded Armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus) is the most widespread armadillo species, known for its tough, flexible armor and ability to adapt to a wide range of …

Nov 15, 2024 · 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: …

Jun 18, 2024 · Armadillos form part of the superorder Xenarthra along with anteaters and sloths. There are 21 extant species of armadillo, some of which are distinguished by the number of …

The nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus), named for the nine breaks in the leathery armor that allow it to flex its stiff hide, is an odd-looking mammal about the size of a cat.