Despite their distinct, Spiky facade the porcupine is a rodent in the animal world. These creatures can live in deserts, forests, and grasslands across numerous continents. You can find up to 30, 000 quills on the porcupine but be careful if counting. They are nocturnal, herbivore animals that live in dens. A birthday gift for kids or a unique gift for adults can now have that special touch with the help of these lifelike stuffed animals from Wild Republic. The porcupine can live to be 15 years old in the wild, and many have them as domesticated pets. When born, their quills are soft and become hardened within hours, and the babies are called porcupettes. Wild Republic has been developing animal plush and educational toys for kids of all ages since 1979, With a unique specialization in lifelike stuffed animals.