Myrmecophagidae Collection

Giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) Serra de Canastra National Park, Brazil

Myrmecophaga tridactyla, Giant Anteater, side view

Southern anteater (Tamandua tetradactyla) Formoso River, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) walking in habitat, Hato El Cedral. Llanos, Venezuela

Northern tamandua (Tamandua mexicana) sleeping in a tree Corcovado National Park, Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Northern tamandua (Tamandua mexicana) Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

Adult Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) walking across savannah. Los Llanos, Colombia, South America

Giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) walking, Pantanal, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) foraging for ant and termite nests across savannah grassland, Caiman Ecological Refuge, Pantanal, Brazil

Southern Tamandua (Tamandua tetradactyla) female carrying young on her back, Northern Pantanal, Mato Grosso State, Brazil, South America

A Southern Tamandua / Collared Anteater / Lesser Anteater, walking along a branch at London
3657873 A Southern Tamandua/Collared Anteater/Lesser Anteater, walking along a branch at London Zoo, 1928 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Young Collared Tamandua hanging on to its keepers fingers with its prehensile tail
3073893 A Young Collared Tamandua hanging on to its keepers fingers with its prehensile tail as it reaches to hold on to the keepers arm, London Zoo, April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Young Collared Tamandua sitting at the end of a branch holding on with its prehensile
3073891 A Young Collared Tamandua sitting at the end of a branch holding on with its prehensile tail, London Zoo, 24th April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Young Collared Tamandua walking along a branch at London Zoo
3073887 A Young Collared Tamandua walking along a branch at London Zoo, 24th April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A young tamandua peeps out of its nesting box, London Zoo, April 1925 (b / w photo)
3116071 A young tamandua peeps out of its nesting box, London Zoo, April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

RF - Giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) walking on ranch, with cattle in the background. Los Llanos, Unarmas Reserve

Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla), two sniffing air in savanna. Caiman Ecological Refuge, Southern Pantanal, Moto Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) foraging in palm savannah grasslands. Southern Pantanal, Moto Grosso do Sul State, Brazil. September

Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) approaching livestock fence, Pantanal. Brazil

Southern Tamandua (Tamandua tetradactyla) adult, climbing tree trunk, Pouso Alegre, Mato Grosso, Brazil, september

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The myrmecophagidae family, also known as anteaters, is a fascinating group of mammals found in various parts of the Americas. One member of this family is the giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla), which can be spotted in Serra de Canastra National Park, Brazil. With its long snout and distinctive markings, this incredible creature roams the grasslands in search of ant and termite nests. Another species within this family is the southern anteater (Tamandua tetradactyla), seen gracefully navigating through the Formoso River in Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul. These smaller but equally intriguing creatures are often recognized by their unique black and white coat patterns. Meanwhile, we have the northern tamandua (Tamandua mexicana) showcasing its arboreal lifestyle by sleeping peacefully on a tree branch in Corcovado National Park or exploring Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. Their slender bodies and curved claws enable them to effortlessly climb trees while searching for insects to feast upon. In Hato El Cedral Llanos or Los Llanos savannahs, one might witness adult giant anteaters strolling across vast grasslands with their characteristic slow gait. These magnificent animals use their powerful front claws to dig into anthills and termite mounds for nourishment. Not to be forgotten is the Southern Tamandua (Tamandua tetradactyla) female carrying her young on her back through Northern Pantanal's lush landscapes. This heartwarming sight showcases their strong maternal instincts and close-knit family bonds. Even outside their natural habitats, these captivating creatures continue to captivate hearts worldwide. Whether it's a collared tamandua walking along a branch at London Zoo or a young collared tamandua playfully clinging onto its keeper's fingers with its prehensile tail - they never fail to leave a lasting impression.