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Woodland Hedgehogs
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Woodland Hedgehogs
Erinaceus
Woodland hedgehogs are small, spiky animals that love to roam in gardens and forests. They curl up into a ball when scared, using their sharp spines for protection.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Woodland Hedgehog has a distinctive covering of thousands of sharp, brown and cream-tipped spines across its back, setting it apart from other small mammals. It possesses a small, dark snout, beady eyes, and short, sturdy limbs with dark brown fur on its belly and face.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderErinaceomorphaFamilyErinaceidaeGenusErinaceus
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Did you know a hedgehog has between 5,000 and 7,000 spines? Wow!
Hedgehog babies are called hoglets and are born blind and pink! Wow!
Hedgehogs build cozy nests called "hibernaculums" to sleep through winter! Wow!
These spiky mammals can swim quite well, much to many people's surprise! Wow!
Special abilities
Ability
Spine Shield
Woodland Hedgehogs can curl into a tight, spiny ball because of powerful back muscles and thousands of sharp quills that deter predators.
Ability
Night Navigator
Woodland Hedgehogs has an excellent sense of smell and hearing that helps them find food and navigate in the dark.
Ability
Winter Sleeper
Woodland Hedgehogs can enter a deep hibernation state because their body temperature drops, allowing them to survive cold winters without food.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 20-30 cm
- Weight
- 0.8-2 kg
- Lifespan
- 2-5 years
- Top Speed
- 7 km/h
- Litter Size
- 3-7
- Gestation
- 30-35 days
Diet & Feeding
These spiky friends munch on various small creatures to keep gardens healthy.
Primary Foods
- beetles
- slugs
- snails
- earthworms
- caterpillars
- fallen fruit
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
European Badger
Meles meles
Badgers are a primary natural predator in their habitat.
eaten by
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
Foxes prey on hedgehogs, especially young ones, when food is scarce.
eats
Black Slug
Arion ater
Hedgehogs help control slug populations in gardens and woodlands.
eats
Common Earthworm
Lumbricus terrestris
Earthworms are a vital part of the hedgehog's protein-rich diet.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Decomposer
Describes organisms that break down dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Spiky/Thorny
Possessing sharp, pointed projections or spines on the body or surface.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
If you see a hedgehog, watch quietly from a distance. They are shy and like to be left alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Woodland Hedgehogs?
20-30 cm
How much does Woodland Hedgehogs weigh?
0.8-2 kg
How long does Woodland Hedgehogs live?
2-5 years
How fast can Woodland Hedgehogs move?
7 km/h
What does Woodland Hedgehogs eat?
These spiky friends munch on various small creatures to keep gardens healthy.
Where is Woodland Hedgehogs usually found?
Forests
How does Woodland Hedgehogs hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Woodland Hedgehogs usually have?
3-7
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