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Armadillos

A common desert animal, the armadillo is known for having a leathery armor shell and can curl up into a hard ball when frightened or in danger.

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How does an armadillos body covering help it survive?

Will an armadillos body can protect its self because there skin is made up of some really good hard protecting chemicals and that is the answer for you!!

Are armadillos melons?

No, armadillos are not melons. Armadillos are animals and melons are fruit

How high can a scared armadillo jump?

9-banded armadillos (the kind found in the southwest U.S.) jump straight up into the air when startled. They can jump 3-4 feet high.

source: http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/armadillo.html

What are threats a giant armadillo has?

In some countries armadillos face a problem with loss of habitat or over hunting. The giant armadillo of South America is an example and the reason this animal is listed as vulnerable to extinction.

Can armadillo's climb fences?

Armadillos are not natural climbers and generally do not have the ability to climb fences. Their body shape and structure are adapted for digging rather than climbing. However, they can dig underneath fences or squeeze through small openings, which might allow them to bypass barriers. If a fence is particularly low or has a gradual slope, they may be able to scramble over it, but this is not typical behavior.

Are armadillos common?

it depends on the Armidillos.. if it has been abused then it will be very likely to attack you.... they attack by rolling up into a ball and raming into your legs knocking you over onto the ground and once your there they bite you until you bleed to DEALTH. But some Armidillos are very kind and ask you if you would like some tea and pie.

How can one reduce big tummy?

You need exercises that target those muscles like sit ups for quickest results. Other cardio will reduce it but they burn fat all over and don't key in on those muscles directly.

How much does an armadillo cost?

Well it depends on who your are selling it to. Some folks will pay up to $20 for a nice healthy dilla. But most will only give about $12 or $13 for a decent sized one. A live baby dilla will fetch about $30 because they are the perfect wild animal to make a pet.

How many eggs can an armadillo lay?

Armadillos don't lay eggs, they give birth to live young. There are about 20 species of armadillo, and each one probably has its own litter size (number of babies that it has at one time). Hope this helps!

Do armadillos shed their shells?

No, armadillos do not shed their shells.

Are armadillos asexual animals?

Armadillos reproduce sexually. They do however produce 4 same sex offspring with each breeding that are all identical.

How do hawks hurt armadillos?

there size there razor sharp claws and there trick of taking it up high then dropping it

Are there armadillos in Martinsville VA?

Yes there are armadillos in martins ville Virginia

Which is the most aggressive and the most largest armadillo?

The largest armadillo is the giant armadillo of South America. No armadillo is aggressive.

Where do you see armadillos and where do they live?

Armadillos live in the southwestern United States and much of Latin America. I don't know if you could see them in a zoo.