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Crested porcupine
Hystrix cristata
Why the crested porcupine?
The crested porcupine is a large ground-dwelling rodent with a robust body reaching 60-83 cm in length and weighing around 11-27 kg. Its back and sides are covered in long, black-and-white banded quills up to about 35 cm long that form a protective armour, and a crest of stiff hairs on the head and neck can be raised in defence.
Contrary to popular belief, porcupines cannot shoot or fire their quills; the quills simply detach very easily and lodge in a predator that makes contact.
How adoption works
- 1Choose a tier and pay online by card.
- 2You'll receive a confirmation by e-mail and the adoption certificate within 14 days.
- 3We'll keep sending you updates and photos of your animal.
- 4For the Patron and Benefactor tiers we'll arrange a visit and experiences with you.
The adoption is symbolic — the animal stays in the care of the zoo. It also makes a great gift: in the note at checkout, tell us who the certificate should be made out to. More information at info@zoosedlec.cz.
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After paying, let us know about your adoption — we will prepare the certificate and get in touch:
Announce the adoption by e-mailOnline card payment is coming soon. For monthly support, set up a standing order with the same details.