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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.

More frequently asked questions on the Porcupines


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

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Can elephant tusks grow back?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
How long do Suni live?
Are impalas endangered?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What do hippos eat?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
How big are porcupines?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is an Aardwolf?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
When do young lions become independent?


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