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Are porcupines dangerous to humans?

Porcupines are generally not dangerous to humans, but they can be defensive if they feel threatened. It is best to give them space and avoid getting too close.

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What do porcupines eat?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How big are porcupines?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What is an impala?
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What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
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Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
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It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
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What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
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Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
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Are Porcupines rodents?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
What do porcupines eat?
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At what age are lions sexually mature?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Are Servals social animals?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?


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