Porcupine Care and Behavior

The video discusses the presence of two porcupines, Clark and Bess, at the National Zoo. It highlights the careful handling required by zookeepers to avoid being quilled, emphasizing that porcupines rarely attack unless provoked. Gloves are worn only during specific procedures, and the goal is to make the porcupines comfortable enough to minimize the need for protective gear.

What are the names of the porcupines at the National Zoo?

• Romeo and Juliet

• Harry and Sally

• Clark and Bess

• Tom and Jerry

Why do zookeepers need to be cautious around porcupines?

• Porcupines are very fast and hard to catch.

• Porcupines are known to bite.

• Porcupines can easily quill someone accidentally.

• Porcupines are aggressive by nature.

How do zookeepers usually get pricked by porcupines?

• By handling them directly.

• By quills left on the ground.

• By feeding them.

• By cleaning their cages.

When do zookeepers wear gloves around porcupines?

• When feeding them.

• When introducing new porcupines.

• During hospital procedures.

• When cleaning their pens.

What is the goal of working closely with porcupines?

• To teach them to recognize their names.

• To train them to perform tricks.

• To increase their breeding rate.

• To make them comfortable with human interaction.