🌿Native Nature

Crested Porcupine

Hystrix cristata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Hystricidae ›Genus: Hystrix

About

The crested porcupine (Hystrix cristata) is a species of rodent in the family Hystricidae found in Italy, North Africa, and sub-Saharan Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crested Porcupine?
The scientific name of Crested Porcupine is Hystrix cristata.
What is the conservation status of Crested Porcupine?
The Crested Porcupine has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Crested Porcupine belong to?
Crested Porcupine belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Crested Porcupine belong to?
Crested Porcupine belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Crested Porcupine belong to?
Crested Porcupine belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Crested Porcupine belong to?
Crested Porcupine belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Crested Porcupine belong to?
Crested Porcupine belongs to the family Hystricidae.
What genus does Crested Porcupine belong to?
Crested Porcupine belongs to the genus Hystrix.