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Crested Porcupine (Hystrix cristata)

Crested Porcupine

Hystrix cristata

About the Crested Porcupine

The crested porcupine (Hystrix cristata) is a species of rodent in the family Hystricidae found in Italy, North Africa, and sub-Saharan Africa.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Crested Porcupine?

The scientific name of the Crested Porcupine is Hystrix cristata.

How many Crested Porcupine sightings have been recorded?

3,588 observations of the Crested Porcupine have been recorded on iNaturalist.

3,588 observations on iNaturalist
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