An armadillo is a small animal that lives in Texas. Its back is covered with hard plates, like a suit of armor. The armor helps keep it safe.

An armadillo has short legs and strong claws. It uses its claws to dig in the dirt. It digs to find bugs and worms to eat.

An armadillo cannot see very well, but it has a very good nose. It sniffs the ground to find its food. Armadillos often look for food at night.