Why Anteaters Are Way Cooler Than You Think #animals #shortvideo #funfacts

There are four main types of anteaters, all belonging to the **Vermilingua** suborder:

1. Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla)** – The largest of all anteaters, growing up to 7 feet (2.1 meters) long. Known for its **long bushy tail, powerful claws, and a tongue that can extend up to 2 feet** to scoop up ants and termites.

2. Silky Anteater (Cyclopes didactylus)** – The smallest anteater, about the size of a squirrel. It has **golden, silky fur and lives in trees**, using its prehensile tail to move through the rainforest canopy.

3. Northern Tamandua (Tamandua mexicana)** – A medium-sized anteater with **a prehensile tail** and a striking **black-and-gold "vest" pattern** on its fur. It splits its time between trees and the ground.

4. Southern Tamandua (Tamandua tetradactyla)** – Similar to the northern tamandua, but found in South America. It’s a **semi-arboreal anteater** that uses its strong claws to tear open ant nests and termite mounds.

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