What does a porcupine feces look like?

Porcupine feces, also known as "quills," are surprisingly small and round, not the spiky mess you might imagine! They are usually:

* Dark brown to black in color

* About the size of a large marble or a small grape

* Often covered in a sticky, black substance

* Rough and textured, rather than smooth

* Sometimes contain small pieces of undigested plant material

You are unlikely to find porcupine feces in a typical urban or suburban environment, as they are primarily found in wooded areas where porcupines live.

While not dangerous, it's best to avoid handling porcupine feces due to potential bacteria and parasites.