The only armadillo native to the United States is the nine-banded. Armadillos are the only mammal other than humans to carry a specific strain of leprosy. The armadillo's closest animal relative is ...
Armadillo sightings are increasing in Indiana. While this exotic mammal might look "cute," you shouldn't pick it up; armadillos can carry dangerous diseases. It's illegal to trap or kill an armadillo ...