2.6K views · 135 reactions | Unlike the three-banded armadillo, the Screaming hairy armadillo can’t roll into a ball — so their main defenses are running, digging, and screaming. They have a relatively high metabolic rate compared to other armadillos, so hunting insects is right up their alley.  Kalynn. #ArmadilloDay #armadillo #screaminghairy #bestlittlezoointexas | Frank Buck Zoo | Facebook

Turn up the volume to hear sweet little noises “Mandrake” the Screaming hairy armadillo makes during REM sleep. REM or Rapid Eye Movement sleep — is one of the main stages of the sleep cycle. It’s when most dreaming occurs and plays an important role in memory, learning, and emotional health. Armadillos have a high amount of REM sleep relative to their body size. Some studies found that up to 20–30% of their total sleep can be REM. That’s a larger proportion than in many primates suggesting REM

37 reactions | Nine-banded Armadillo: Rescue to Release This...

Update on the baby armadillo I am getting it to a rehabber located more local here in orlando who also specializes in armadillos . Thank you Nathalie for texting me and letting me know about your lady. I'll keep the baby stabilized through the night and get it to her tomorrow. Thank you to those of you that reached out to me about transport up to gainesvill . You are All awesome!! You'll have a little stuffed squirrel to snuggle with tonight | Little Bit Wildlife Rescue