"I enjoy digging deep caves to protect myself from the cold of the puna."
Andean hairy armadillo
Chaetophractus nationi
Idiomas
Clasificación
| Clase | Mammalia |
| Orden | Cingulata |
| Peso | 1.8 - 2.5 kg |
| Longitud | 22 - 40 cm |
Estado de conservación mundial
LC Least Concern
¿Quién soy?
I am a small nocturnal mammal. My body is medium in size and has a considerable amount of fur, unlike other species of armadillos. I am brown with whitish tones. I have a great ability to dig and build burrows where I rest and protect myself from predators.
¿De qué me alimento?
My diet is very varied and includes insects, roots, seeds, and fruits.
¿Dónde vivo?
I like to live in high-elevation grasslands, called punas. You can find me in Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. I have not been registered officially in Peru, but some residents of Puno have reported seeing me in the area.
Para que me conozcas mejor
What is happening with my species?
The greatest threat that we have is excessive hunting for traditional purposes such as making amulets, musical instruments, and even shamanism, which has led to a significant reduction in our population.
