African Brush-tailed Porcupine
Atherurus africanus
About the African Brush-tailed Porcupine
The African brush-tailed porcupine (Atherurus africanus) is a species of rat-like Old World porcupine, indigenous to a broad belt of Africa ranging from Guinea on the west coast to Kenya on the east. This is a common species with a very wide range, and despite being used extensively for bushmeat, the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated its conservation status as being of "least concern".
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the African Brush-tailed Porcupine?
The scientific name of the African Brush-tailed Porcupine is Atherurus africanus.
How many African Brush-tailed Porcupine sightings have been recorded?
141 observations of the African Brush-tailed Porcupine have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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observations on iNaturalist
