One of my favorite parts of any wildlife trip is encountering the unexpected. Thus was the case when we came across a porcupine resting in a tree early one morning. In this case, the spiny rodent is a Mexican hairy dwarf porcupine — or as they are also called, the Mexican tree porcupine. I prefer the former. Being nocturnal, I didn’t expect to see one in such good light, but there it was just hanging out, very casually watching me as I snapped off a series of photos. Nikon D800 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 330mm) ISO 800, f/4 at 1/25th of a second
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That is an amazing photo. I am so happy to see these rare animals through your eyes!
Thanks Sheila.
great pic. it is neat to see these, from some one that care so much about the wild aminals .
Modestly spiked—-Snout puts pork in porcupine—-Could jump on your head.
I definitely prefer Mexican hairy dwarf porcupine as well Seanie, interesting looking little guy.
Very cute. He looks just like his name suggests. I love your daily photos. It’s something to look foward to in my inbox.
Thanks Maria.
Ah! Love this guy!
This guy is pretty cool. Possibly a good one to take home as a pet?!!
This photo has so much personality!
It’s almost as if he was posing for you.
I LOVE HAIRY MEXICANs…can you bring one home next time, PLEASE
You got it Tina. Although they can be a bit prickly.
Wow! How can such an animal look so cuddly and cute? Great photo, Sean!