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Nine Banded Armadillo

The nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus) is an impressive creature of the American continent. This species, which belongs to the family Dasypodidae, has undergone remarkable adaptations during its evolution and can now be found in a large part of North, Central and South America. Its peculiar anatomy and behavior have been studied extensively by researchers over …

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8 Facts You May Not Know About The Armadillo Shell

The nine-banded armadillo is the only armadillo species in North America. Also known as the long-nosed armadillo, it has a hard outer shell, which gives it many advantages. The armadillo is the only mammal to have a shell. The shell helps protect the armadillo from predators and to protect it from the spiky undergrowth and plants …

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