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Porcupines have quills, which are modified hairs, as a defense mechanism against predators. These sharp spines are difficult to remove once embedded in the skin, providing effective protection. Additionally, the quills are coated with a lubricant that makes them more likely to penetrate the skin of attackers, deterring them from further attempts. This adaptation helps porcupines survive in the wild despite their relatively slow movement and lack of other defensive capabilities.
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Do porcupines shoot quills?
No, porcupines cannot shoot their quills.
Do porcupines live in michigan?
No. Porcupines live all over the US.
Do all cacti have spines?
No, not all cacti have spines. Some species of cacti have smooth surfaces or small bumps instead of spines. Spines are a common feature in many cactus species, but not a universal one.
Are hedgehogs and porcupines related?
no.Although they have some things in common,porcupines plus hedgehogs aint related
What is a porcupines learned behavior?
pie
Do raccoons have spines?
No, raccoons do not have spines. Porcupines have spines.
What is the name of the prickely things on a porcupines back?
Porcupines are rodents with spines (or quills as the are also known).
what do porcupines have on their backs?
spines look it up!
What mammals have spines which protect you from predator?
Hedgehogs and porcupines do
Are hedgehogs related to porcupines?
No. Although they are both placental mammals, and both have sharp spines, porcupines are in the rodent family, but hedgehogs are not.
Do porcupines have spines?
i think so; otherwise the quills would not hold on
What are the porcupines interesting features?
its belly, spines, and other stuff, i guess.
What is the correct name beginning with the letter q for the spines of the echidna?
Spines IS the correct term when referring to the echidna. The questioner is probably looking for the answer "quills", but this word is usually used in reference to the porcupine. Echidnas and porcupines are not related at all. Therefore, echidnas have spines and porcupines have quills.
What mammal has spines or quills to protect itself?
Porcupines have quills.
What is the name of the echidna's spines starting with the letter q?
Echidna spines are usually only known as spines. The word "quills", which is probably supposed to be the answer, is more properly applied to porcupines.
What are the characteristic that porcupine protect their self from enemies?
Porcupines have sharp spines on their back which will harm predators if they touch them. Porcupines also can blend in with its natural surroundings.
How do porcupines attack?
They whip you with their tails and the spines stick in you. It's happened to my dog several times.
