African Crested Porcupine

Photo of African Crested Porcupine

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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.