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Three-Banded Armadillo
World Cup Rolls Out the Green Carpet for ‘Ball Armadillo’
By
Fabiana Frayssinet
The FIFA World Cup 2014 mascot was inspired by the three-banded armadillo, which is unique in its ability to roll up in a tight ball. The species is endangered in Brazil, which is hosting the upcoming global sporting event.
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