Introducing Pippa, our new-born African crested porcupine

A baby African Crested Porcupine was born recently at Durrell wildlife park and has been a welcome sight for both Mum and the keepers.

Earlier this year the female called Snuffit lost her mate due to illness. Keepers were concerned about her being alone because generally this species live in social groups.

A few days after the loss of her mate Spike, keepers noticed a change in Snuffit’s behaviour but it was not related to the missing male. Her appetite increased and the keepers’ sneaky suspicion was confirmed when a trip up to the veterinary centre resulted in a clear ultrasound picture showing a well developed baby.

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Video footage copyrighted to Colm Farrington / Durrell

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