Old-School Porcupine Meatballs Get Their Name From One Extra Ingredient (It's Not Porcupine Meat)

Porcupine meatballs actually have nothing to do with the animal, but use a common extra ingredient that can easily make this ...

Porcupine caribou herd has declined, according to latest population estimate

One of North America’s largest caribou herds has declined, according to the latest population estimates — but not enough for ...

u local hot shot: Porcupine perches in a Goffstown tree

A porcupine was recently spotted perched in a tree in Goffstown, New Hampshire. Snuggle up with 6 cozy quarter-zip styles you ...

Scientists discovered a new porcupine species in Colombia after 126 years

DNA analysis has revealed a hidden porcupine species in Colombia, mistaken for over a century. The discovery shows how even ...
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Meet Porcupine Meatballs: The Vintage Dinner That Stretches a Pound of Beef

Porcupine Meatballs were a staple during the Great Depression because they only required a few ingredients and were a great way to stretch a small amount of ground beef. These days, they're still a ...
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Could Porcupine Quills Help Us Design the Next Hypodermic Needle?

A new study shows that microscopic barbs allow porcupine quills to slice into flesh easily and stay there stubbornly. Image via Jeffrey Karp If you’ve ever had a violent encounter with a porcupine, it ...