Mass 59 kg (Adult) Phylum Chordata | Scientific name Tolypeutes Length 1.5 m (Adult) Higher classification Dasypodidae | |
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Genus TolypeutesIlliger, 1811 Lifespan 15 years (Adult, In the wild) Lower classifications Brazilian three‑banded armadillo, Southern three‑banded armadillo | ||
The genus Tolypeutes contains the two species of three-banded armadillos. They are restricted to open and semi-open habitats in South America.
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Of the several armadillo genera, only Tolypeutes rely heavily on their armor for protection. When threatened by a predator, Tolypeutes species frequently roll up into a ball. Other armadillo species cannot roll up because they have too many plates.
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Species
There are two recognized species:
References
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