Peltephilus (SciiFii)

The horned armadillo (Peltephilus argentinus) is a species of dog-sized, armadillo xenarthran mammal which originally lived in Argentina during the Oligocene epoch through the Miocene epoch as an extinct species of Peltephilus and was once extinct, but has since been brought back from extinction by SciiFii and introduced to the modern open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands of Argentina to help boost biodiversity. Notably, the scutes on its head are so developed that they form horns, which are normally used for protection against predators and by males to fight other males during mating seasons. Aside from the horned gophers of North America, it is the only known fossorial horned mammal. It is an omnivore that mainly feeds on roots, tubers, bulbs, seeds, insects, and carrion. The conservation status of the horned armadillo is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts and the horned armadillo's wide range.
Category:Animals
Category:SciiFii
Category:Mammals
Category:Cenozoic Park