Asian Brush-tailed Porcupine

Atherurus macrourus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Hystricidae

About

The Asiatic brush-tailed porcupine is a species of rodent in the family Hystricidae. It is found in China, Bhutan, India, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Fun Fact

Known to be one of the rarest porcupines in South Asia, the species is protected under Schedule II of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, though not listed in CITES.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurring in subtropical and tropical montane forests.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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