Nine-Banded Armadillo Quiz

What is the scientific name of the Nine-Banded Armadillo?

• Dasypus novemcinctus

• Dasypus gigas

• Dasypus armadillo

• Dasypus hybridus

What is the primary food source for armadillos?

• Fish

• Berries

• Grass

• Ants

Where is the armadillo's northward range limited by?

• Extreme cold

• Lack of food

• Predators

• Human activity

What is the main habitat preference of armadillos?

• Tropical rainforests

• Tundra

• Desert regions

• Oak-hickory or shortleaf pine forests

What is the primary method armadillos use to locate food?

• Scavenging for leftovers

• Using echolocation

• Hunting in packs

• Nose close to the ground and digging with sharp claws

What is the main reason for the high number of armadillos being hit by automobiles?

• Lack of predators

• Slow movement

• Curled into a ball for protection

• Poor sight and hearing

What is the main threat to armadillos in extreme cold weather?

• Inability to find food

• Lack of suitable habitat

• Hibernation

• Predation

What is the significance of armadillos in the ecosystem?

• No significant role in the ecosystem

• Cause of nuisance around gardens and homes

• Main source of food for carnivores

• Important predators of insects and makers of dens