ARMADILLOS

Identification

  • Have huge front claws used for digging
  • Get their name from their armor-like shell

Environment

  • Usually nocturnal and tend to be inactive during the daylight hours
  • In the winter, tend to forge for food during the warm daylight hours and return to its burrow in the evening

Threats

  • Dig their burrows about 2 to 3 feet below the surface
  • May have several tunnels which can be 20 feet in length with several entrances that connect to the nesting area

Treatment

  • Live cages
  • Have minimal trees and bushes outside of your facility
  • Avoid using large rocks as they can provide shelter and even encourage burrowing