#2 Pink Fairy Armadillo

When you think of an armadillo The pink fairy variety is the furthest thing from one! However, this specific species of armadillo is also one of the most unique and the smallest of all of them!

They are the only type of armadillo that has the dorsal shell completely separated from its actual body. This palm-sized armadillo is best known for its distinctive features, such as its pink color or the fact that it uses its shell to pump blood and regulate its body temperature.

They are amazing sand swimmers, and they are super fast when it comes to walking underground. If you wish to catch a glimpse of these peculiar yet cute creatures, you may be lucky enough to see them in Central Argentina, among sandy plains and grasslands.