Texas

[clam1991]

i was looking at armadillos as a pet
and im not looking to go all the way to Texas just to get one
if someone will get one for me ill trade for my guyanian (spelling) red rump that is a female and is also 5 inches
or is it illegal to send those via mail or what??

 

[Mushroom Spore]

I would never attempt to put a large mammal in the mail, they aren't like little inverts that can be packed up in a tiny box for two days and be fine.

Furthermore, I hope you're aware that armadillos are nocturnal and will sleep during the day and make tons of noise at night, and that they have a rather strong smell? Being cold for just a few days can kill them, and they're prone to carrying leprosy. They apparently don't often bite, but they have long and extremely sharp claws.

They're also illegal in many states, so you may want to look into that. For instance:
Section 24-13 Keeping of Farm Animals or Wild Animals
a.) Generally. No person shall own, keep or harbor farm animals or wild animals within the corporate limits of Delaware City, Delaware, the presence of such farm animals or wild animals constituting a nuisance or health hazard.
b.) Penalties. Any person violating any part of this Section shall be subject to a fine of not less than ten dollars ($10.00) and not more than fifty dollars ($50.00) each day, on which a violation of this Section occurs shall constitute a separate offense for which the above penalties
may be imposed.

I suggest contacting your state's Department of Wildlife.

 

[crpy]

Also ,their immune system is easily stressed.

 

[clam1991]

thanks for the info i was just wondering spore
but im still looking to trade my red rump
check it out in the for sale trade section

 

[clam1991]

and im not that close to Delaware city
but thanks for the info

 

[loxoscelesfear]

armadillos have recently been recorded for southern illinois and even indiana. dont have to go all the way to texas . dont know how they fair in captivity. they need to dig and all that good stuff. warmer climate helps too.

 

[harveythefly]

don't armadillos carry leperosy (sic)?

Harvey

 

[crpy]

don't armadillos carry leperosy (sic)?

Harvey

Between each other not to humans.

 

[harveythefly]

Between each other not to humans.

oh cool...i shall have to catch one now that i know they won't make anything important fall off of me

i've had a momma dillo living in my yard ever since Katrina passed through and i'll occasionally see babies out there foraging for grubs and such...i may have to set a have a heart trap and see if i can get one to spring it

Harvey

 

[crpy]

oh cool...i shall have to catch one now that i know they won't make anything important fall off of me

i've had a momma dillo living in my yard ever since Katrina passed through and i'll occasionally see babies out there foraging for grubs and such...i may have to set a have a heart trap and see if i can get one to spring it

Harvey

Yeah, they are REALLY strong and can break a "factory" have a heart, i reinforce my traps. They will usually die in a day ,day in a half from exposure, they are very susceptible to it.

 

[Mushroom Spore]

oi may have to set a have a heart trap and see if i can get one to spring it

This is probably a terrible idea. Wild-caught mammals generally do not make good pets, and as far as I can tell even captive-bred armadillos don't make great pets.

 

[clam1991]

yeah it was just an idea that i should of thought through more

after researching some more its best to just admire them from afar
they have bad smell and the have weak immune systems which i didnt know at all so they dont sound like the greatest pet

 

[harveythefly]

This is probably a terrible idea. Wild-caught mammals generally do not make good pets, and as far as I can tell even captive-bred armadillos don't make great pets.

actually i've found that it depends a great deal on the mammal...i can't say for armadillos cause i've never tried to keep one but nutria make awesome pets and thrive in captivity...we had a nutria at my workplace that we had gotten as a young animal and she was as tame as any dog...she lived for close to 10 years before she died in hurricane Rita...she was one of the most awesome pets i've ever known...she'd even curl up in your lap and fall asleep...if you get nutria as babies they almost always turn out that way...

so not trying to start an argument or anything because as i've said i've never tried to deal with an armadillo...and i'm not endorsing anyone going out and trying to make a pet of just any wild mammal (nutria are an introduced species just like armadillos)...but some can be an affectionate companion and a rewarding experience...

just my thoughts
Harvey

 

[clam1991]

thats cool
but if a mammal had a disease wouldnt it be able to pass it on to the owner of said animal?

and people keep rabbits all the time but i guess their not really wild:?

 

[crpy]

thats cool
but if a mammal had a disease wouldnt it be able to pass it on to the owner of said animal?

and people keep rabbits all the time but i guess their not really wild:?

Referring to.....:?

I mean there are zoonotic diseases but leprosy (if thats what your asking) is not one.

 

[crpy]

actually i've found that it depends a great deal on the mammal...i can't say for armadillos cause i've never tried to keep one but nutria make awesome pets and thrive in captivity...we had a nutria at my workplace that we had gotten as a young animal and she was as tame as any dog...she lived for close to 10 years before she died in hurricane Rita...she was one of the most awesome pets i've ever known...she'd even curl up in your lap and fall asleep...if you get nutria as babies they almost always turn out that way...

so not trying to start an argument or anything because as i've said i've never tried to deal with an armadillo...and i'm not endorsing anyone going out and trying to make a pet of just any wild mammal (nutria are an introduced species just like armadillos)...but some can be an affectionate companion and a rewarding experience...

just my thoughts
Harvey

I had a nutria as a pet, I loved her, she was actually funny..

 

[clam1991]

dont tell paris or she may get one that will get eaten by wolves

 

[crpy]

dont tell paris or she may get one that will get eaten by wolves

Boy....get the wax outha ears, I told you not to mention her again

 

[clam1991]

tee-hee slip of the tounge

 

[reverendsterlin]

Between each other not to humans.

"Human and Armadillo Leprosy" An Interpretive Summary CAPT Richard W. Truman, Ph.D. DHHS/HRSA/BPHC Division of National Hansen's Disease Programs Baton Rouge, La.

• 1 in 6 armadillos found in Texas and Louisiana coastal marshes harbor leprosy
• The disease may be completely absent among animals in better drained areas
• Leprosy has evolved among armadillos by natural means and is likely present among armadillos in similar environments in other countries
• Human and armadillo leprosy infections show similar environmental tendencies in their geographical distribution
• Some cases of human disease probably result from zoonotic transmission from armadillos, but the real risk for leprosy infection through contact with armadillos seems to be extremely low. At this time, most people in the U.S. still appear to acquire their disease mainly through contact with infected family members.

Rev