Summary
A zoo in Telford celebrated the 19th birthday of two armadillos, Dillon and Doris. The armadillos are popular with visitors and have lived longer than the typical lifespan for their species.
Key Facts
- The zoo is located in Telford, Shropshire.
- The armadillos, named Dillon and Doris, turned 19 years old.
- The typical lifespan for six-banded armadillos in the wild is 15-18 years.
- Six-banded armadillos have armoured shells.
- They can have between six and eight bands; Dillon has eight bands, and Doris has six.
- These armadillos have a strong sense of smell, allowing them to find food underground.
- Telford Exotic Zoo's keepers say the armadillos are popular with visitors.
