Habitat. Giant anteaters can be found throughout South and Central America, though their numbers have diminished considerably from the latter. To thrive, they need to be able to move throughout large areas with patches of forest.

Do anteaters live in the USA?

Anteaters are a family of four different species that can be found throughout Central and South America.

What habitat do anteaters live in?

Giant anteaters are found throughout Central and South America except for Guatemala, Uruguay and El Salvador, where they are considered to be extinct. They live in wetlands, grasslands and tropical forests.