Southern Three-banded Armadillo

Armadillos are famous for their defensive, armored shells. The three-banded armadillo can actually roll itself completely into a ball. Often it will leave its shell open just enough for a would-be predator’s nose or paw to poke through. Suddenly the armadillo slams shut its shell, clamping down tightly and causing injury to the intruder, which is generally enough to send a predator packing.