Educational Ambassador: Quillbert
North American porcupine
(Erethizon dorsatum)
Quillbert's Personal History
Species: Erethizon dorsatum
Family: Erethizontidae
Age: Born on April 16th, 2023
Sex: Male
Weight: 20 lbs
Location bred: Baxter, MN
History: Quillbert was acquired to be an ambassador so he can help us better understand and appreciate the importance of North American porcupines in our environment and dispel misconceptions about these amazing animals.