When Do Porcupines Eat?

Porcupines are nocturnal, which means they are active during the night and sleep during the day. During the night, they forage for food. New World porcupines spend their time in the trees, while Old World porcupines stay on the ground.

What time of day do porcupines feed?

Porcupines travel alone or in small family groups. They normally they sleep in the day and feed at night.

What are porcupines favorite food?

At the Smithsonian's National Zoo, the porcupines eat herbivore pellets and a variety of fruits, vegetables and greens. Their favorite food item is corn on the cob. They also get browse several days a week and chew on the tree bark in their exhibit.