Nine-banded Armadillo

Dasypus novemcinctus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Cingulata · Dasypodidae

About

The nine-banded armadillo, also called the nine-banded long-nosed armadillo or common armadillo, is a species of armadillo native to North, Central, and South America, making it the most widespread of the armadillos.

Fun Fact

Nine-banded armadillos almost always give birth to genetically identical quadruplets — a single fertilized egg splits into four embryos — making them invaluable for medical research on identical twins.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Forests and grasslands

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

12-15 years

Threats

Habitat Fragmentation
Deforestation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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