Armored Wildlife: Discovering Animals With The Strongest Natural Defenses

Armadillo

 Curls into a ball, using their strong, armor-like shell for protection when threatened

Bombardier Beetles

Release a poisonous, scorching substance from their abdomens to escape predators

Cassowary

Delivers lethal kicks  with powerful legs and sharp claws

Hedgehog

Curls into a tight ball, using their spiny coat for protection

Octopus

Releases ink, which forms a smokescreen that helps them avoid predators

Sea Cucumber

Expels regenerable internal organs to trick predators