Mammals > Old World Porcupines
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Palawan PorcupineScientific Name: Hystrix pumilaCategory: MammalsSubcategory: Old World PorcupinesSize: Body length: 17–26 in (45–66 cm); Tail: 2.5–4.5 in (6.5–11.5 cm)Weight: 8.5–12.0 lb (3.8–5.4 kg)Lifespan: 10–15 years in wild forest...
Mammals > Capromyidae & Caribbean Hutias
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Hispaniolan HutiaScientific Name: Plagiodontia aediumCategory: MammalsSubcategory: Capromyidae & Caribbean HutiasSize: Head-body length: 12–16 in (30–40 cm); Tail length: 5–6 in (13–15 cm)Weight: 2.2–2.9 lb (1.0–1.3 kg)Lifespan: 8–11 years...
