"Tatu" is a Swahili term that means "armadillo." There are a few synonyms for this unique mammal that lives primarily in Central and South America. One synonym for the armadillo is "picha," which is also Swahili for this animal. Another synonym is "seta," which is Spanish for armadillo. In some regions of Central America, an armadillo is also referred to as a "tatu carreta," which means "armored cart" in Spanish. In Brazil, the armadillo is known as a "tatu-bola," which means "ball armadillo," due to its ability to curl up into a ball as a defense mechanism. These synonyms help to illustrate the diversity of languages and cultures that recognize this fascinating creature.