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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


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

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What do Elands eat?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How big can hippos get?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How fast can impalas run?
What is a Suni?
What are lions breeding habits?
Are impalas endangered?


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