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According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, the scientific name for armadillos is Dasypodidae. This is the name of the family to which they belong. Within the family of armadillos, there are many different species of them, each having its own scientific name. For example, according to the International Union for the Conservation of Nature, there is only one type of armadillo that is found in the United States. (Dasypus novemcinctus). According to Infoplease.com, the scientific name for the largest type of armadillo is Priodontes giganteus. (It can be up to 4 feet long and weight up to 100 pounds!)
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∙ 8y agoThere are a number of species of armadillo. For a complete list of the species and their taxonomy, click on this link.
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What is the scientific name for an armadillo?
An armadillo isn't a reptile, even though it has a shell. The scientific name, however, is Dasypodidan. The word Xenarthran reffers to armadillos, anteaters, sloths, and pangolins.Cingulata
What is the scientific name for chrysanthemums?
The scientific name for chrysanthemums is Chrysanthemum spp.
Squid scientific name?
The scientific name for squids is Decapodiformes.
What is the scientific name for cnidaria?
The scientific name for cnidaria is Cnidaria.
Barracuda's scientific name?
The barracuda's scientific name is Sphyraena. =)
What is scientific name for a armadillo?
Armadillos belong to the family Dasypodidae.
What is a group of armadillo?
A pack of Armadillos. ARMADILLOS ROCK! A pack of Armadillos. ARMADILLOS ROCK! I have to agree with the "armadillos rock" but armadillos have no "group name" they're just called "a bunch" or a "pack" ARMADILLOS ARE THE BEST YOUR RIGHT I LOVE ARMADILLOS. And armadillos live in packs.
What is the scientific name for an armadillo?
An armadillo isn't a reptile, even though it has a shell. The scientific name, however, is Dasypodidan. The word Xenarthran reffers to armadillos, anteaters, sloths, and pangolins.Cingulata
What is a group of Armadillo called?
A pack of Armadillos. ARMADILLOS ROCK! A pack of Armadillos. ARMADILLOS ROCK! I have to agree with the "armadillos rock" but armadillos have no "group name" they're just called "a bunch" or a "pack" ARMADILLOS ARE THE BEST YOUR RIGHT I LOVE ARMADILLOS. And armadillos live in packs.
Are armadillos melons?
No, armadillos are not melons. Armadillos are animals and melons are fruit
Can armadillos fly?
No, armadillos cannot fly.
Are there any armadillos in Australia?
Armadillos are strictly animals of the Americas and do not occur in Australia.
Are armadillos rabid?
Armadillos are considered as not a carrier of rabies.
Do armadillos have ten legs?
No, armadillos have 4 legs.
Do armadillos shed their shells?
No, armadillos do not shed their shells.
Do armadillos live in Georgia?
Recently, armadillos invaded northern Georgia. So, yes.
Are armadillos from Australia?
No, armadillos are from North and South America, not Australia.
