*** About Porcupines: Porcupines are robust, solitary rodents known for their protective quills which they use to defend themselves from predators. Found commonly in both North and South America, these creatures have a diet consisting mainly of leaves, herbs, twigs, and tree bark. North American porcupines, as depicted here, are the second largest of the rodent family in their region, with the beaver being the largest. Their quills, which are actually modified hairs coated with thick plates of keratin, can detach when contacted by a predator, serving as an effective deterrent. These animals play a significant role in their ecosystems, not only as prey but also in influencing the vegetative structure of their habitats.

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