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Southern Three-banded Armadillo

Tolypeutes matacus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Cingulata ›Family: Chlamyphoridae ›Genus: Tolypeutes

About

The southern three-banded armadillo (Tolypeutes matacus), also called the La Plata three-banded armadillo, is an armadillo species from South America. It is found in parts of northern Argentina, southwestern Brazil, Paraguay and Bolivia, at elevations from sea level to 770 m (2,530 ft).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Three-banded Armadillo?
The scientific name of Southern Three-banded Armadillo is Tolypeutes matacus.
What is the conservation status of Southern Three-banded Armadillo?
The Southern Three-banded Armadillo has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Southern Three-banded Armadillo belong to?
Southern Three-banded Armadillo belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Southern Three-banded Armadillo belong to?
Southern Three-banded Armadillo belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Southern Three-banded Armadillo belong to?
Southern Three-banded Armadillo belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Southern Three-banded Armadillo belong to?
Southern Three-banded Armadillo belongs to the order Cingulata.
What family does Southern Three-banded Armadillo belong to?
Southern Three-banded Armadillo belongs to the family Chlamyphoridae.
What genus does Southern Three-banded Armadillo belong to?
Southern Three-banded Armadillo belongs to the genus Tolypeutes.