North American porcupine

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found in United States.

🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Mammalia (mammifères)

Order

Rodentia (Rodents)

Family

Erethizontidae

Genus

Erethizon

Species

Erethizon dorsatus (North American porcupine)

Names in Other Languages

German Baumstachelschwein

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of North American porcupine?

The scientific name of North American porcupine is Erethizon dorsatus. It belongs to the genus Erethizon.

What is the conservation status of North American porcupine?

North American porcupine (Erethizon dorsatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does North American porcupine live?

North American porcupine is found in Found in United States.. Countries include United States.

What family does North American porcupine belong to?

North American porcupine (Erethizon dorsatus) belongs to the genus Erethizon, which is part of the taxonomic family Erethizontidae.

Is North American porcupine endangered?

No, North American porcupine (Erethizon dorsatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does North American porcupine belong to?

North American porcupine (Erethizon dorsatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).