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hedgehog

The hedgehog, which is usually referred to as an urcheon or an urchin, in heraldic terms, is found in a number of coats of arms. It is an ancient heraldic symbol signifying a thoughtful provider. It is sometimes mistakenly blazoned a porcupine.

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