Big-Nosed Porcupine Adorably Runs on Exercise Wheel

An adorably big-nosed Brazilian porcupine named Rico at the Cincinnati Zoo took a little time to get in shape for summer by running on an exercise wheel. While porcupines are rodents, Rico looked like a spiky-haired cat who was trying to in as many steps as possible.

Rico the porcupine running on an exercise wheel!

Rico also sometimes helps to clean, although he usually prefers to nibble on snacks and take naps.

Lori Dorn
Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.

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