*** About Nine-Banded Armadillo: The nine-banded armadillo, a native of the Americas, particularly thrives in the southern United States, including Texas. This nocturnal mammal is renowned for its unique armor-like skin, which is actually made up of hard bony plates covered by thick scales. Armadillos are solitary creatures that primarily feast on insects and small vertebrates. The ability of the nine-banded armadillo to roll into a ball when threatened is a misconception; instead, they often leap into the air. They have a notable presence in Texan landscapes, often spotted by roadsides or within bushy areas where they dig burrows.

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