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Chlamyphorus

Chlamyphorus

9.9
A small armadillo that lives underground with a pale pink shell from central Argentina
  • noun
  • /klæˈmɪfərəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Chlamyphorus
  • The Chlamyphorus is also known as the pink fairy armadillo due to its pale coloration.

Examples

  • Unlike other armadillos, Chlamyphorus spends most of its life digging in sandy plains.

  • In central Argentina, the Chlamyphorus thrives in habitats with loose, sandy soil.

  • Scientists study Chlamyphorus to better understand the adaptation of mammals to underground life.

  • The Chlamyphorus is known for its unique pink coloration.

  • Have you ever seen a Chlamyphorus in the wild?

  • The Chlamyphorus, or pink fairy armadillo, is a unique species native to Argentina.

  • Many researchers are fascinated by the Chlamyphorus due to its specialized burrowing habits.

Compounds

Chlamyphorus truncatus
  • Specialized
9.9

A very small armadillo from Argentina with pale silky fur and a pink shell on its head

How Big

giant armadillo
  • US
1 7.3
tatou
  • UK
1 9.9
Chlamyphorus
  • Specialized
9.9

Surface Forms

Chlamyphorus singular
Chlamyphoruses plural

Etymology

Chlamyphorus comes from Greek parts chlamys 'cloak' and phoros 'bearing', so it means 'cloak-bearing'. That is easy to remember because the pink fairy armadillo has a hard shell that looks like a little cloak over its body as it digs.