Near the end of last year, we introduced you to a tiny South African porcupine (Hystrix africaeaustralis). She had been found wandering around in a suburban garden after a massive storm. It was suspected that she was flushed out of her burrow by the deluge. Sadly, efforts to reunite her with her mother were unsuccessful.
In the few weeks spent with us, this interesting animal has grown tremendously. She thrives on her special milk formula and is also enjoying a range of natural food items such as grass roots, tubers and plants too. We are preparing to relocate her to a pre-release enclosure in a suitable habitat. Here, she will acclimatise to the new environment, prior to a soft release. Thank you Lauren Beckley for your dedication to this larger than life patient! To see our original post, CLICK HERE: https://www.facebook.com/1413097125375104/posts/2569305513087587/ We treat indigenous animals free of charge, relying solely on the donations and support of our community. Johannesburg Wildlife NPC FNB Cheque account Account nr: 62658400264 Branch code: 255355 Reference: porcupine Swift code: FIRNZAJJ Pics: Ashleigh Pienaar This little South African porcupine (Hystrix africaeaustralis) was found wandering around in a suburban garden after a massive storm. It is suspected that she was unsettled and flushed from her burrow. Efforts to reunite her with her mother were unsuccessful, and as such she will spend some time with us. She is currently drinking a special milk formula, and beginning to nibble on natural food sources. Once she is fully weaned, and is able to fend for herself, she will be released into a suitable area.
Our thanks to Grant Fairley for rescuing this little porcupine. Johannesburg Wildlife NPC FNB Cheque account Account nr: 62658400264 Branch code: 255355 Reference: porcupine Swift code: FIRNZAJJ We treat indigenous animals free of charge, relying solely on the donations and support of our community. Pics: Sarah Kempen |
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