Hedgehogs are small, spiky mammals covered in hundreds of sharp spines made of stiff keratin. That said, they are not to be confused with a porcupine or echidna, which are different species. Hedgehogs ...

The four-toed hedgehog, also known as the African pygmy hedgehog, is a species found in central and eastern Africa. They are nocturnal animals meaning they are more active at night. A full grown ...

Hedgehogs are the most rescued wild animal in the UK. Here’s our guide to help you know when they need to be rescued – and when it is best to leave them alone. As the nights draw in our spiky friends ...