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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


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

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


Do lions have enemies?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Do lions eat carrion?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Are leopards territorial?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
What is a Klipspringer?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are Serval endangered?
Are Warthogs fast?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What is a Serval?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
How big can hippos get?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What do Elands eat?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Where can Aardwolves be found in the Kruger Park?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
How long do Suni live?


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