Quick answer
Nine-Banded Armadillos are native to North America and South America. From Argentina and Uruguay north through Central America and Mexico into the southern and central United States, expanding northward.
Native range
From Argentina and Uruguay north through Central America and Mexico into the southern and central United States, expanding northward.
Continents
- North America
- South America
Habitat notes
It digs for insects and grubs, gives birth to identical quadruplets, and is expanding its range northward.
FAQs
Where can I learn more about the nine-banded armadillo?
See our full nine-banded armadillo profile for habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where do these facts come from?
Researched from IUCN Red List data and our editorial nine-banded armadillo species profile.