Chacoan Naked-tailed Armadillo (Cabassous chacoensis) — Near Threatened Mammalia

Chacoan Naked-tailed Armadillo

Cabassous chacoensis

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Cingulata · Dasypodidae

About

The Chacoan naked-tailed armadillo is a species of South American armadillo.

Fun Fact

It is the smallest of the naked-tailed armadillos, having an average head-body length of 30 cm (12 in), while the other species range from 32 to 46 cm (13 to 18 in).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in semi-arid, rather than humid, habitats, typically inhabiting open thorn forest and scrub.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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