Prehensile-Tailed Porcupine

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The Prehensile-Tailed Porcupine

Uses tail to grip branches.

All About The Prehensile-Tailed Porcupine

Prehensile-Tailed Porcupine Facts

Habitat

Tropical forests of South America

Behavior

Nocturnal; navigates trees with its tail.

Appearance

Covered in spines with a prehensile tail.

Diet

Herbivore

Interesting Facts

Tail helps with balance.

Conservation Status

Least Concern

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