Armadillos belong to a small group of mammals distantly related to anteaters and sloths. The word “armadillo” is Spanish for “little armored one.” Description. The nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus …

Jun 15, 1983 · Armadillos are prolific diggers and have long claws to help dig burrows and scrounge for bugs. They have very poor eyesight, and rely heavily on their sensitive nose to sniff out insects …

Armadillos help control populations of invertebrates by consuming large numbers of grubs, spiders, cockroaches and other insects. This natural pest control can be beneficial for you and your garden.

Dec 16, 2015 · By 1944, armadillos were well established in southwestern Arkansas, presumably naturally expanding from Texas and Louisiana. By 1990, armadillos were reported statewide.

Because of their ability to curl into a ball, three-banded armadillos do not need to dig for defense or shelter. They prefer to rest under bushes, rather than in burrows.

Armadillos do not hibernate and therefore cannot remain in their burrows for long periods of cold weather. This factor, more than any other, limits their northward expansion and is the reason for …

Armadillos can be captured in 10 x 12 x 32-inch (25 x 30.5 x 81-cm) live or box traps, such as Havahart, Tomahawk, or homemade types. The best locations to set traps are along pathways to armadillo …