European hedgehog - Wikipedia
WEBThe European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus), also known as the West European hedgehog or common hedgehog, is a hedgehog species native to Europe from Iberia and Italy northwards into Scandinavia and westwards into the British Isles. [3]
Hedgehog - Wikipedia
WEBHedgehogs suffer many diseases common to mammals, [24] including cancer, fatty liver disease, and cardiovascular disease. Cancer is very common in hedgehogs. The most common is squamous cell carcinoma , which spreads quickly from bone to the organs, unlike in humans.
European Hedgehog - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on
WEBThe European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) is a hedgehog species native to Europe. It is a generally common and widely distributed species that can survive across a wide range of habitat types. It is a well-known species, and a favorite in European gardens, both for its endearing appearance and its preference for eating a range of garden pests.
European Hedgehog Facts, Habitat, Diet, Life Cycle, Baby, Pictures
WEBThe European Hedgehog, also known as the West European Hedgehog, Brown-breasted Hedgehog, Common Hedgehog, or simply Hedgehog, is one of the 17 hedgehog species, and is widely spread across their geographical range. They are often kept as pets because of their ‘adorable’ looks, as also, their natural habit of eating a …
Common Hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) - iNaturalist
WEBThe European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus), also known as the West European hedgehog or common hedgehog, is a hedgehog species found in Europe, from Iberia and Italy northwards into Scandinavia.
Top 10 facts about Hedgehogs - WWF
WEBDiscover more about Hedgehogs, and the issues and threats they are facing. 1. They are pretty widespread and sociable. There are 17 species of hedgehog and they are found in Europe, Africa and Asia. In the UK they can live in a variety of habitats including woodland, farmland, parks and gardens.
European Hedgehog: The ULTIMATE Guide - Hedgehog Registry
WEBOften known as the common hedgehog, European hedgehogs are native to and found across Western and Central Europe. While they are most commonly associated with Britain, they are also found in Italy, Scandinavia, north-west Russia, and other parts of Europe.
European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) - Natural History …
WEBAlternative common names: West European hedgehog, common hedgehog. Scientific name: Erinaceus europaeus. Length: 15-30cm, plus 17-35mm for the tail. Weight: Up to 2kg. Average lifespan: 2-3 years in the wild (maximum life expectancy is 10 years) UK status: Native. UK population: Under a million (estimate) UK …
Hedgehog - National Geographic
WEBDiscover how the hedgehog got its name. Learn why these garden dwellers sport their distinctive, spiny coat.
European Hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) - World Land Trust
WEBThe Western European hedgehog is found throughout Europe. It lives in a variety of habitats, including woodlands and grasslands but also frequently in man-made habitats from orchards, vineyards and farmland, to parks and gardens.
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