Meet the Acanthoscuria geniculata (Brazilian Giant White Knee), our Animal of the Week!

Just don't spook them—they are quick to flick those itchy red hairs on their abdomen if they feel threatened! 💨

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Let's start the week with a cute creature!
Prehensile-tailed porcupine (coendou).

They are rodents from Central and South America and they make the most adorable sounds, please go find a video.
I'm a fan of all porcupines, but this one is extra special.

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The shoebill (Balaeniceps rex), also known as the whale-headed stork, and shoe-billed stork. such an amazing, elegant, and interesting creature.

#animaloftheweek #fascinating