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pocupines #880505

Asked August 07, 2024, 10:07 AM EDT

do pocupines burrow in the ground like woodchucks?

Monroe County Michigan

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Porcupines do not dig their own burrows but are known to use burrows of other animals (E.g., fox, coyote, badger). They typically den/rest in hollow trees, hollow logs, rock crevices, or other natural cover.

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Clay Wilton (he/him) Replied August 08, 2024, 11:28 PM EDT

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pocupines #880505

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