Wildlife Wednesday at Treehaven: Porcupines

Discover wildlife that calls Wisconsin's Northwoods home through Wildlife Wednesdays at Treehaven! Join us monthly for this FREE all-ages program series, and explore the natural history of each month's focus animal through presentations, interactive activities, guided walks, and/or specimen observation. From fur to feathers, woods to water, predator to prey, and more, experience the diversity of the animal world right outside our windows!

With about 30,000 sharp quills covering its body, a North American porcupine is a sight—or sensation—seldom forgotten! Damages caused by porcupine defenses, foraging, and other natural behaviors often cause them to be viewed with frustration, but there is much more to discover about this unique rodent and its role in Northwoods ecosystems. How does a porcupine survive winter without hibernating? What Northwoods predators are up to the challenge of preying on this formidable foe? And, most importantly of all, what do you call a baby porcupine? Through an indoor presentation with specimens, explore the life of a porcupine, discover the answers to these questions and more, and learn tips on observing perplexing porkies in the wild this winter!

Meet at the main entrance (double doors with Treehaven sign). Doors will open at 3:50 PM, talk begins at 4:00 PM. This is a seated, indoor presentation that will take place in the upper auditorium, Room 200. All ages welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Registration will remain open through the start of the event. Please reserve a spot for each attendee.

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 715-346-2435!

Host or Publisher Treehaven UWSP