Known for a unique structure adapted to its eating habits, the anteater's toothless jaw only opens 1/2". Fierce fighters, anteaters can use their sturdy claws to defend themselves against even jaguars.

Reaching lengths of 6 feet and weights of 55 lbs, these grey, diurnal mammals are closely related to sloths and armadillos.

Size:14" long, 2.5" wide, 2.5" high
Diet: Insectivore
Origin: South America

Class:Mammalia Order:Xenathra Family:Myrmecophagidae