




atelerix albiventris
The Four-Toed Hedgehog is a small, spiky creature that loves to curl up into a ball when it's scared! They are nocturnal animals, which means they come out to play at night when most other animals are asleep.
Hábitat: Grasslands and scrublands in Africa.
The Four-Toed Hedgehog has a pale brown to grey coat of short, non-barbed spines covering its back, with a contrasting white belly. It possesses a pointed snout, prominent ears, and short legs, typically with four toes on its hind feet.





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During tough times, they can go into a deep sleep called hibernation for months.
Hedgehogs make many different noises, from snorts and grunts to loud squeals!
Hoglets, baby hedgehogs, are born blind, pink, and with soft, white "starter" spines.
They are called "four-toed" because their back feet usually have only four toes!
Four-Toed Hedgehog can curl into a tight, spiny ball because of powerful back muscles, protecting itself from predators.
Four-Toed Hedgehog has a unique habit of spreading foamy saliva onto its quills, which helps them acquire new scents for camouflage.
Four-Toed Hedgehog can resist some snake and scorpion venoms because of specialized proteins in its body.
These spiny foragers enjoy a mixed menu of insects, worms, and even some fruits!
Bubo africanus
A common nocturnal predator in their habitat.
Canis adustus
Jackals are opportunistic hunters in their range.
Tenebrio molitor
Hedgehogs feast on various insects and their larvae.
Achatina fulica
Snails are a common part of their varied diet.
Peludo describe a los animales que poseen una cubierta densa de pelo o pelaje suave.
Los animales solitarios viven solos durante la mayor parte de su vida y solo interactúan con otros para aparearse o cuidar de sus crías.
Los animales excavadores cavan túneles y cámaras en el suelo y utilizan estas estructuras subterráneas para refugiarse, cazar o reproducirse.
Este rasgo identifica a los organismos cuya dieta consiste total o principalmente en tejido animal.
Los animales nocturnos están principalmente activos durante la noche, y suelen descansar o dormir durante el día.
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15-25 cm
0.3-0.6 kg
3-6 años
10 km/h
These spiny foragers enjoy a mixed menu of insects, worms, and even some fruits!
Grasslands and scrublands in Africa.
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