What is another word for erethizon?
Pronunciation: [ɪɹɪθˈa͡ɪzən] (IPA) 
Erethizon is a genus of North American porcupines characterized by their quills and sharp spines. Some synonyms for the word erethizon include porcupine, prickly pig, hedgehog, and quill pig. In some regions, these porcupines are also referred to as "punkies" or "woodchucks". However, these latter terms are also used to describe other animals, such as various species of groundhogs or chipmunks. Other synonyms for the word erethizon generally involve descriptions of their appearance or quills, such as "spiny mammal" or "quilled rodent". Regardless of terminology, it is advisable to treat these creatures with caution and respect, lest one finds themselves with a painful reminder of their sharp quills.
