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

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can lions swim?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What is an Aardwolf?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Why do some males have black manes?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What does a Serval look like?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is a Suni?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
How big can hippos get?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Elands look like?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
When do hyaenas hunt?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
What is a Brown Hyena?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?


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