Dasypus novemcinctus 

Nine-banded Armadillo

Not native to Florida

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Armadillos were first seen in this country in the mid 1800's in the Rio Grande valley. They entered Florida in the early 1900's and are now found statewide.

Dasypus novemcinctus is a member of the Dasypodidae - Armadillos family.

Date record last modified: Aug 14, 2005