The new species was mistaken as the Quichua porcupine, or Coendou quichua, for decades. It was identified by its preferred habitat, body size, tail length, quills and other subtle physical features.

Part of the Gallatin Wildlife Management Area is closed to the public in December and stays closed until May 15— but that may ...

Porcupines might be considered a prickly bunch, but you’ll find they're pretty docile once you get to know them.