Due to weather conditions, porcupines Mama, Lil Sis and Big Sis, will have access to their indoor area until 10:30am.
| Day of Week | Hours |
|---|---|
| monday (today) | – |
| tuesday | – |
| wednesday | – |
| thursday | – |
| friday | – |
| saturday | – |
| sunday | – |
Scientific Name: Hystrix cristata
Range: Africa
Habitat: Shrublands, grasslands
Food: Stems, berries, roots
The porcupine sees poorly but has a good sense of smell and hearing.
When threatened, the porcupine stamps its feet and rattles its quills as a warning to predators.