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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?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
How big are porcupines?
What do porcupines eat?
Do porcupines have any predators?

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


How big can hippos get?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Do leopards mark their territories?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What do Elands eat?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Are Serval endangered?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What does a Serval eat?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is a Brown Hyena?
What do Elands look like?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
How long do Suni live?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
How fast can hyaena run?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?


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