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| armadillo |
An armadillo is a small mammal that lives in Central America, South America, and the southern United States. An armadillo's body has a covering that looks like armor! Armadillos eat mostly insects, and they are related to sloths and anteaters. |
| Belize |
Belize is a country in Central America. Its neighbors are Mexico and Guatemala. It also lies along the shore of the Caribbean Sea. Most of Belize is covered by forest, and its jungles are home to the jaguar and armadillo. |
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