"Dillo Jean" Rhythmically Gathers Leaves For Nest

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Armadillos, the leathery armored mammals with poor eyesight and plenty of rhythm, are known for burrowing -- often in people's yards, but always to find food or build homes. When they build their nests, armadillos dig holes with their long claws, which they use almost like jackhammers, then make a bed of leaves inside. To get the leaves, though, 'dillos have to do a special dance -- or what looks like a special dance, once the motions are set to the tune of Michael Jackson's hit "Billie Jean." (Be sure to turn the volume up for this one.)