Meet The Pink Fairy Armadillo – The Cutest And Tiniest Armadillo In The World (10 Pics & Video)

Most people think ; Armadillos are mammals covered in a kind of bony shell, the "little armored ones" are already fascinating little creatures — but pink fairy armadillos are pretty much out of this world. You can watch video (15 strange but true fun facts about armadillos) at the end of the this article.

"Fairy armadillos or pichiciegos are among the most elusive mammals," reads a 2012 study. "Due to their subterranean and nocturnal lifestyle, their basic biology and evolutionary history remain virtually unknown." Despite this, one thing is perfectly clear about the pink fairy armadillo: He can't survive without his habitat.