Hedgehogs
A nocturnal insect eater
Four-toed Hedgehog
The four-toed hedgehog, also known as the African pygmy hedgehog, is named for the number of toes on its hind legs. It is oval in shape, about 210 mm long and weighs between 250 and 600 grams. It has short legs, a short tail, a long nose and small, sharp eyes.
It is also known to consume poisonous animals such as scorpions and venomous snakes.
Characteristics
Order:
Insectivora
Family:
Erinaceidae
Scientific name:
Atelerix albiventris
Habitat:
Savannah, grassy vegetation
Origin:
Central and Eastern Africa
Current trend:
Stable
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
3-6 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
Skilled in camouflage and nocturnal investigation
Western European Hedgehog
The European hedgehog is a species of hedgehog native to Europe. It has up to 6,000 brown and white spines and can weigh up to 2,000 grams. The largest is a type of hedgehog. It is mainly a nocturnal animal, feeding on insects, worms, snails and occasionally smaller reptiles.
Characteristics
Order:
Insectivora
Family:
Erinaceidae
Scientific name:
Erinaceus europaeus
Habitat:
Forest, meadow
Origin:
Europe
Current trend:
Stable
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
2-5 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
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