peba

[ peb-uh ]

noun

1. nine-banded armadillo.

Word History and Origins

Origin of peba¹

1825–35; short for Tupi tatu-peba, equivalent to tatu armadillo + peba low

Example Sentences

The peba armadillo, T. septemcincta, is a well-known species, having an extensive range from Texas to Paraguay.

From Project Gutenberg

An example of this form is furnished by another Edentate, Tatusia peba, the nine-banded armadillo (Fig. 358).

From Project Gutenberg

The worm was first procured by Natterer from the black armadillo (D. peba), which host also harbors Pentastoma subcylindricum.

From Project Gutenberg