Mexican Long-Nosed Armadillo: The Nine-Banded Name Change
The Mexican long-nosed armadillo is the new name for the armadillos found in Arkansas and Oklahoma. Here’s why scientists changed it.
Armadillo
My lens often finds the armadillo, a unique resident of Arkansas. I track these armored mammals. I document their foraging habits and nocturnal movements. I try to capture the essence of their solitary lives. I want to show their importance in the local ecosystem.
Four Armadillo Pups Foraging Together in My Yard
I photographed four armadillo pups foraging in my Arkansas yard, a rare sight with all four in one frame and eyes clearly visible.
Armadillo Pup Sniffs My Boot in a Curious Encounter
A curious armadillo pup sniffed my boot during a close encounter in my Arkansas yard. An unforgettable moment with backyard wildlife.
Young Nine-Banded Armadillo Eating Earthworms in My Yard
Young Nine-banded Armadillo eating an earthworm in my Arkansas yard, showing typical feeding behavior up close.