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1-1.3. m ft. The Giant anteater ( Myrmecophaga tridactyla) is an insectivorous mammal native to Central and South America. It is one of four living species of anteaters, of which is the largest member. The Giant anteater is mostly terrestrial, in contrast to other living anteaters and sloths.
Habitat. Giant anteaters can be found throughout South and Central America, though their numbers have diminished considerably from the latter. To thrive, they need to be able to move...
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The giant anteater is found in multiple habitats, including grassland and rainforest. It forages in open areas and rests in more forested habitats. It feeds primarily on ants and termites, using its fore claws to dig them up and its long, sticky tongue to collect them.
The giant anteaters are becoming quite rare due to the exotic pet trade and habitat destruction. They have all but disappeared from their historic range within Central America. In South America, they are hunted for their meat and for trophies.
Habitat. Giant anteaters use a variety of habitats, including swamp, forests, and grasslands. They choose secluded, covered areas for sleeping. Giant anteaters can be found in both rural and densely populated areas. (Shaw, et al., 1987; Anderson, 1967) Habitat Regions; tropical; terrestrial; Terrestrial Biomes; savanna or grassland; Physical ...
Giant anteaters inhabit the grasslands, savannahs, and forests of Central and South America. They’re most common in the tropical grasslands of Venezuela and are also found in the Amazon basin in Paraguay and Argentina.
The Giant Anteaters preferred habitats are grasslands, tropical forests, open woodlands and dry savannas. Giant Anteater Diet. Giant Anteaters are specialist carnivorous predators of termites and ants. They detect anthills and termite mounds with their acute sense of smell.