Priodontes maximus (Cingulata: Chlamyphoridae)

Priodontes maximus (Kerr, 1792), called the giant armadillo, is monotypic and by far the largest extant armadillo. Average adult weight is about 30 kg (in captivity, as high as 80 kg). Its carapace extends about halfway down its sides, making it impossible to curl up tightly. It is dark brown to bla...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Mammalian species 2016-05, Vol.48 (932), p.21-34
Hauptverfasser:	Carter, Tracy S, Superina, Mariella, Leslie, David M
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Animal behavior Conservation giant armadillo Habitat fragmentation habitat generalist Habitat loss insect specialist largest extant armadillo Natural resources Nature conservation Small mammals solitary South America
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