Glyptodon was a large animal that was part of the family Glyptodontidae and was related to the animal armadillo. It was almost the same size and weight as a volksvagen beetle.
It was rounded and Bony in shape, and limbs when needed hid underneath. It resembles The Shape of a turtle. Glyptodon is thought to have been a herbivore that grazed in the grassy and herb areas of the River area.
Glyptodon is part of the order of placental mammals known as Xenarthra. It originated in South America. They lived from 2.5 million years ago until they completely disappeared 10,000 years ago. It is assumed that people at that time used the shell of this animal to shelter in bad weather conditions (in winter, in rain, etc.).Anatomy
The glyptodon was covered by a 2.5 cm thick protective shell made up of many bony plates, like mini-shields welded together. Each individual had a unique pattern of such shields from which the Shell was made. This carapace gives them almost the same protection as turtles, except that they could not retract their heads under the carapace, but instead had bone protection on their heads.
Such a large, thick shell needs a suitable support. The legs were massive, short and bony. The reduced nasal part was compensated by strong muscles of unknown purpose. Some assume that it would hold the place of a trumpet as it does in the tapir or elephant. The small and powerful jaw has an important role in chewing the thick fibrous plants that can be found on the banks of rivers or lakes.
