Armadillos

An armadillo’s scientific name is Dasypodidae. The name “armadillo” actually comes from Spain.

They are mammals that live for 4-12 years. Armadillos are solitary animals. Armadillos are mostly pink, gray, and black. An armadillos relatives are anteaters and sloths. Armadillos have very boney plates. They live in forests and grasslands.

The most amount of babies they can have at once is 4 babies.

Their main prey are ants, termites, and bugs. Armadillos also enjoy eating insects and bugs. Armadillos are hunted by wolves, bears, and coyotes. Armadillos are also good at curling into a ball to protect themselves.

Today there are 20 species of armadillos. Unfortunately, armadillos are an endangered species.  

By: Lily Helphinstine