Many people misunderstand armadillos, so I included some information about them below:

Despite their unusual appearance, armadillos are mammals. They are warm-blooded, have bristly hair on their bellies, and nurse their young. They are very primitive mammals, in the same family as anteaters. Armadillos are native to South/Central America and have been introduced into Florida several times in the 20th century, possibly earlier. They eat many insects that are dangerous to crops. However, their tendency to dig for insects makes them pests in grassy yards. Armadillos are grayish brown in color. They are about the size of a cat, but have very short legs. Nine-banded armadillos usually have nine bands on their shell-like armor, but may have from 8 to 11. Their armor is not hard like a turtle's, but has a strip of skin between each band. This makes the armor flexible, allowing the armadillo to curl up, protecting his face and belly from predators. Even its tail is armored. Unexpected noises cause the armadillo to jump straight up. This reflex can surprise a predator, allowing the armadillo to sprint away. Unfortunately, when the sudden noise is a vehicle, it causes the armadillo to leap into the bottom of the car. Armadillos seen crossing highways should always be driven around, rather than straddled, so this reflexive leap will not be its last.