Kromme-Geelhout-Database
Species details
Genus
Genus : Hystrix
Family: Hystricidae (Mammalia)
Taxon : Mammal
Group : Animal
SPECIES
africaeaustralisNOTES
The largest rodent in our region. It can weigh up to 19 kg. Has long pliable spines and stout sharp quills. Lives in extended family groups. Mainly nocturnal. Eats vegetation and gnaws on bones. Lifespan about 8 yrs. Droppings look like a bunch of crackers joined together.
AUTHORITY
Peters, 1852Sub Author
Conservation
CommonHabit
Not ApplicableLand Invertebrate
n/aColour
- Notes: A general black although the quills have white bands on them
- Colour: Black
Common Name
- Cape porcupine
- Porcupine
- Kaapse ystervark
- Porcupine
Habitat
- NOTES: Generally seen in the bush but also digs up roots in the veld
- HABITAT NAME: Bush
Uses
- None known
- None
Months
- All year
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