The surprising truth about the giant armadillo with 20cm long claws

One of the most bizarre and mysterious creatures of the South American jungles, the giant armadillo (Priodontes maximus) has a distinctive appearance and incredible strength.

Rarely seen in its giant size. The giant armadillo can grow up to 1.5 meters long and weigh more than 50 kg, making it the largest armadillo species in the world . Photo: Pinterest.

Their claws are as sharp as scythes. They have curved claws up to 20 cm long, which help them easily dig holes and find termites and ants – their main food source. Photo: Pinterest.

Strong armor. The giant armadillo's body is covered with hard bony plates, which act as a natural armor to protect against enemies. Photo: Pinterest.

Burrowing experts. The burrows they create can be up to 5 meters long, becoming a shelter for many other animals in the forest. Photo: Pinterest.

Mysterious lifestyle and difficult to observe. This species is mainly nocturnal and rarely leaves its cave, so humans rarely encounter it. Photo: Pinterest.

Important ecological role. By digging burrows, giant armadillos contribute to soil improvement and create habitats for many other species, making them considered “ecological engineers”. Photo: wikimedia.org.

Threatened. Due to deforestation and hunting, their numbers are declining rapidly and they are now classified as vulnerable. Photo: Pinterest.

Indigenous cultural symbol. In some South American cultures, giant armadillos are considered sacred animals associated with strength and resilience. Photo: inaturalist.

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