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6.8K views · 89 reactions | Tammie the tamandua used her keen sense of smell to hunt down insects at Texas' San Antonio Zoo. Tamanduas, who are part of the anteater family, use their claws to excavate insect nests and their long tongues to slurp up prey. | CBS News | Facebook

The Southern Tamandua!! The Southern tamandua, an anteater species, can weigh up to about 10 lbs. It has a long, prehensile tail (for grasping) which can reach up to 15 to 23 inches in length. It has large, sharp claws on each foot. It's front and back feet have 4 and 5 claws each respectively. This animal has adapted to walking on the outside of it's feet to avoid puncturing itself with its claws. This toothless mammal consumes insects including ants. It's long tongue, which can reach up to 16