Prickly Animal Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 13, 2023

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	99%	8		Exact Match!
	noun • relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur • small nocturnal Old World mammal covered with both hair and protective spines
	98%	8	HHDGEHOG	Exact Match!
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	26%	11		It is also known as prickly mallow or prickly spider flower
	noun • tropical American weed having pale yellow or orange flowers naturalized in southern United States

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Source	#Number	Answer
The Guardian Quick03 Apr 2008	Across 16
The Guardian Quick18 Apr 2007	Down 3	HHDGEHOG
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