Interestingly the three-banded armadillo species can curl to a ball shape to save themselves from predators whenever they realize that they are in danger and can hide their body. Some other armadillo species can dig a hole or run to escape from the deadly predators.The long claws and legs make them effective in digging and creating burrows for their survival either alone or with their family. However, the armadillo can rest from 16 to 18 hours in a day inside the burrows.