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

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


Is leopard cub mortality high?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Do baboons migrate?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Can lions swim?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Are impalas endangered?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
How long do Suni live?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How do elephants use their tusks?
When do leopard cubs become independent?


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