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

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What is a Honey Badger?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
How big do Serval get?
Do lions have enemies?
What is the size and weight of an Aardwolf?
What do porcupines eat?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is a Serval?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Do lions scavenge?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
How do elephants use their tusks?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Do leopards roar?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Are Elands dangerous?
What is a Klipspringer?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What do hippos eat?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Can Serval be kept as pets?


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