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Why did brazil choose an armadillo for a mascot for FIFA World Cup 2014?
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The armadillo that was chosen for the mascot for the FIFA 2014 World Cup is a Brazilian three-banded armadillo. This species is native to Brazil and is on the vulnerable species list. It was felt that this mascot would help send a message to people around the world that we all need to be concerned about the environment.
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