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Pins and Needles: The Indian Crested Porcupine
All this hefty rodent wants is to be left in peace to scoff up tubers, leaves, roots, shoots, bulbs, fruit, and grains. It only uses its array of tri-coloured spines and quills against its tormentors for self-defence
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Indian Crested Porcupine: Facts, Quills, Predators
Everything you need to know about this spiky rodent
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Predators Beware: Species in Battle-Ready Armour
Shells, quills, and scales are helpful adaptations that protect creatures from predators
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