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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › HedgehogHedgehog - Wikipedia

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   A hedgehog is a spiny mammal of the subfamily Erinaceinae, in the eulipotyphlan family Erinaceidae. There are seventeen species of hedgehog in five genera found throughout parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa, and in New Zealand by introduction. There are no hedgehogs native to Australia and no living species native to the Americas.

   • Class: Mammalia
   • Kingdom: Animalia

   • Family: Erinaceidae
   • Order: Eulipotyphla

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3. animalcorner.org › animals › hedgehogHedgehogs - Facts, Information & Pictures - Animal Corner

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   Learn about hedgehogs, their habitats, diet, behaviour, reproduction and more. Hedgehogs are spiny mammals native to Europe, Asia and Africa that can hibernate, anoint and eat slugs.

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4. www.nationalgeographic.com › facts › hedgehogHedgehog | National Geographic

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   Learn about the hedgehog, a small mammal with a coat of stiff, sharp spines that can curl into a ball for defense. Find out how hedgehogs hunt, hibernate, reproduce, and why they are useful pets.

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6. kids.nationalgeographic.com › facts › hedgehogHedgehog - National Geographic Kids

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   Learn about hedgehogs, the spiny mammals that can roll into a ball and use plants to protect their spines. Find out what they eat, how they grow, and where they live.

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7. animals.net › hedgehogHedgehog - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting ...

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   Learn about the Hedgehog, a group of small, spiny animals with 17 different species across the world. Find out their description, behavior, reproduction, and how to keep them as pets.

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   Do hedgehogs make good pets?

   • As pets, hedgehogs can be great. They have the ability to do well being alone and they usually spent their days sleeping and are active during the night. Their physical activities do not make much sound so you do not need to worry about your peace. You will need to accommodate them in a large cage despite them being small in size.

   14 Facts About Hedgehogs As Pets - Vet Guru

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   What are the personality traits of a hedgehog?

   • Hedgehogs are notoriously shy and use their uniquely strong back muscles to roll up tightly into a ball, hiding their faces and causing their spiny quills to point outwards so that predators can’t see their faces or limbs. They will remain balled up whenever they feel frightened or threatened.

   Pet Hedgehog Care and Facts | PetMD

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   How long do hedgehogs live?

   • Hedgehogs have been known to live for seven years, but a lifespan of two to three is more typical. Did you know? The Irish word for hedgehog is ‘gainneog’, which means ‘ugly little thing’.

   Hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) - Woodland Trust

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   What do hedgehogs eat?

   • Another big difference between these two animals is their diet. Hedgehogs are mostly carnivorous, meaning hedgehogs eat insects and other small animals . Porcupines, on the other hand, are primarily herbivorous, meaning they eat mostly plants. Hedgehogs live in woodland hedges, suburban habitats, and hedgerows.

   Hedgehog Vs. Porcupine: 5 Core Differences Explained

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9. www.britannica.com › animal › hedgehog-mammalHedgehog | Small Mammal, Nocturnal Habits & Spines | Britannica

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   Apr 19, 2024 · Learn about hedgehog, a group of 15 insectivorous mammals with spines, living in Eurasia and Africa. Find out how they defend themselves, what they eat, and how they reproduce.

10. www.wwf.org.uk › learn › fascinating-factsTop 10 facts about Hedgehogs | WWF

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    Learn about hedgehogs, their habitats, diets, behaviours and challenges. Find out how WWF is working to protect these spiky mammals and what you can do to help.