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Do armadillos have parasites?
Armadillos can have parasites like any other living creature, and they are also carriers of Leprosy.
What mammals can have leprosy?
Humans and armadillos are they only mammals known to be affected by leprosy.
Do you get leprosy from armadillos?
yes..other terrible diseases too.. Saw it on "Billy the exterminator" Love that show...
Do armadillos carry leprosy?
Yes. They are the only mammals besides Man known to be able to carry the leprosy virus. Recent research indicates that armadillos and human victims of leprosy are the only ones to naturally share a particular bacterium that can cause leprosy. Interestingly, not all species of armadillos seem to carry the virus. People in Texas and other southern U.S. States have been infected with the disease as a result of handling of nine-banded armadillos. This has not occurred whe people have handled the five-banded armadillo.
What eats woodworms?
i know armadillos love worms and can carry leprosy
Are there any petting zoos with armadillos in California?
As far as I know, there are no petting zoos in CA with Armadillos because they're not the cuddliest towards humans and they may spread leprosy.
Is it safe to handle armadillos?
Absolutely! they have no teeth but they do have sharp claws for digging. Armadillos are capable of having leprosy just like humans but is is just as rare as it is in humans.
What does leper look like?
Leprosy is an infectious disease that causes severe, disfiguring skin sores and nerve damage in the arms, legs, and skin areas around the body. People with Leprosy tend to look deformed(or a bit like a zombie).
Do armadillos carry the plague?
They are known to be carriers of Mycobacterium Leprae (the bacteria which causes Leprosy). This can transmitted through their claws and on occasion, skin contact. They may also transmit Salmonella in their solid waste. That is not to say that every single armadillo carries these bacteria all the time, however many have been found which were carriers. Like many wild animals they can also be infected with rabies. If you notice an armadillo acting particularly fearless and aggressive around humans and cats or dogs; and/or if it is particularly active during the day (they are mostly nocturnal creatures); suspect rabies infection.
What armadillos dropping look like?
They look like a mound of ashen grey rabbit droppings, The pile may contain 16-20 cylindricle pellets. They are dry, and powdery.
What look can the face take on when infected by lepromatous leprosy?
Facial involvement can produce a lion-like appearance (leonine facies).
Are their Webkinz armadillos?
Yes, and you can also look at the pet catalog.
