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North American Porcupine

Erethizon dorsatum

Description:

2 were present. Eastern Colorado.

Habitat:

Woodlands surrounded by praire

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1 Comment

ZooNerd
ZooNerd 9 years ago

I love porcupines! They are one of my absolute favorite types of creatures. They are cute but have a formidable weapon well make that several. The quills are a just modified hair that can get stuck into you or a potential predator if it feels threatened. I love this incredible shot. keep it up.

AustinH.
Spotted by
AustinH.

Colorado, USA

Spotted on Nov 8, 2014
Submitted on Feb 6, 2015

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