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Porcupine

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The porcupine is an interesting animal that has an important place in the environment. Porcupines are edible and have been used by humans when lost in the woods as an emergency food. The quills are used for decoration, especially by native Canadians. The hair is very popular among fly fishermen. Klondike Highway, Yukon, Canada

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