Armadillos, found across various biomes, made their *Minecraft* debut in the 1.20.5 "Armored Paws" update. These passive mobs with their protective outer shells provide Scutes, which are crucial for crafting the new Wolf Armor. Here's your guide to obtaining Armadillo Scutes in *Minecraft*.
How To Get Armadillo Scutes in Minecraft
Armadillos exclusively inhabit warm biomes and typically appear in groups of two or three. When startled by sudden movement, they instinctively curl into defensive balls, so approach them cautiously.
Search for them in these biomes:
- Badlands
- Eroded Badlands
- Savanna
- Savanna Plateau
- Windswept Savanna
- Wooded Badlands
Players have two primary methods to collect Armadillo Scutes:
Passive Collection
Similar to chickens laying eggs, Armadillos naturally shed Scutes every 5-10 minutes. While this effortless method requires no tools, it might prove too slow for players aiming to craft multiple Wolf Armor sets.
Brushing Method
This more efficient approach requires crafting a Brush. Typically used for archaeology, the Brush can gently collect one Scute per use from an Armadillo.
Brush durability varies by version:
- Java Edition: 4 uses (unenchanted, full durability)
- Bedrock Edition: 5 uses (unenchanted, full durability)
Combine two damaged Brushes to repair them. For enchanted variants (Unbreaking, Mending, or Curse of Vanishing), use an Anvil to preserve enchantments.
Crafting a Brush
Gather these materials:
- Feather
- Copper Ingot
- Stick
Arrange them vertically in the center column of a Crafting Table.
Remember:
- Approach Armadillos slowly to prevent defensive rolling
- Keep multiple Brushes ready for efficient Scute collection
- Each Wolf Armor set requires six Scutes
With enough Scutes, craft your Wolf Armor at any Crafting Table. Whether you prefer passive gathering or active brushing, these methods will help protect your canine companions in *Minecraft*.
*Minecraft is available now on multiple platforms.*
