The Porcupine
Behavior
Reproduction
Pictures
Games
Cool Facts
More Sources
Privacy Policy

Porcupine Reproduction


Females become sexually mature at about 18 months of age. Porcupines are very vocal during mating season. The gestation period is 205-217 days. One pup is born. Newborn pups weigh about 1 pound and are about 10 inches long. Young are born with fully functional quills. The pup will stay with its mother for about 6 months.