Crested Porcupine

Hystrix cristata

The Crested Porcupine (scientific name Hystrix cristata) is species in LeafFauna's mammals group, belonging to the genus Hystrix. LeafFauna lists Crested Porcupine among more than 25,000 animal species. Every photo is credited to its photographer and shown under its license. Open it in the LeafFauna app for more facts, a range map, sightings by month and more photos.