30.04.2026 12:41
A giant porcupine was spotted by villagers in Diyarbakır. Upon notification, authorities arrived at the scene and took the rare animal under protection. It was noted in the footage that citizens recording the hedgehog were seen throwing stones at the animal.
A giant porcupine was spotted by villagers in the Uçarlı (Firdevs) neighborhood of Diyarbakır's Lice district. The rarely seen animal was quickly taken under protection by authorities.
NOTICED BY RESIDENTS
The porcupine, noticed by local residents, was recorded with cell phone cameras. After the footage was reported, teams were dispatched to the area.
TAKEN UNDER PROTECTION
Following a operation by authorities, the porcupine was safely captured and taken under protection. An investigation was launched to return the animal to its natural habitat without harm.
FOOTAGE SPARKS REACTION
Meanwhile, the footage showed some citizens throwing stones at the animal. The images, which spread on social media, drew backlash due to the behavior toward the animal.