January 20, 2019

Location: Sebastian, Trans Florida Rails to Trails

I'm an Nine-banded Armadillo
I'm the only Armadillo found in the US
I can stay underwater for up to 6 minutes
And prefer warm and wet climates.

Sources: National Wildlife Federation - Nine-banded Armadillo

Photo and text © 2018 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

January 24, 2018

Location: Lake Apopka, Macdonald Canal Boat Ramp

I am a Nine-banded Armadillo
In Spanish, Armadillo means "little armored one"
I'm the only other species that can get leprosy,
But spreading it to humans is extremely uncommon.

Sources: Nine-Banded Armadillo


Photo and text © 2017 Dee Fairbanks Simpson