GAP Analysis Predicted Distribution Map

Porcupine (Erethizon dorsatum)

Species Code: ERDO

Legend: = Core Habitat = Marginal Habitat Breeding Range Map The green area shows the predicted habitats for breeding only. The habitats were identified using 1991 satellite imagery, other datasets and experts throughout the state, as part of the Washington Gap Analysis Project. Click to enlarge range map Map with historical museum records Other maps & Information: NatureMapping observations throughout the year Grade K-6: Fact Sheet Grade 7-12: Fact Sheet

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Found from sea level to treeline, in the forested areas of every county except San Juan and Island. In the unforested areas found along riparian corridors with trees or large shrub growth, including lush sagebrush. It needs trees or shrubs large enough to provide bark and cambrium for winter feeding.

All forested and steppe zones are core except Alpine/Parkland. Good habitats in forested zones are water/wetlands, forest, shrub savanna, shrublands, and tree savanna. In the steppe zones, good habitats are water/wetlands and forests.

Translated from the Washington Gap Analysis Mammal Volume by Dave Lester
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