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North American Porcupine

Erethizon dorsatum

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Description:

The Porcupine wear quills that allow to protect itself. These quills are white-yellowish whereas the body is dark-brown.

Habitat:

Coniferous, mixed and deciduous forests.

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PublishedMarch 22, 2012

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