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Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve
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Porcupine  

Did You Know?
With sharp incisor teeth, porcupines chew away at the bark of spruce trees in order to reach and eat the cambium layer just under the bark. Heavy wear and constant use prevent their teeth from growing too big.

Last Updated: August 24, 2009 at 12:51 EST