Hedgehog

Hedgehog: Erinaceinae

There are some 15 species of hedgehog in Europe, Asia, and Africa. Hedgehogs have also been introduced into nontraditional ranges such as New Zealand.

Hedgehogs have a coat of stiff, sharp spines. If attacked they will curl into a prickly and unappetizing ball that deters most predators. They usually sleep in this position during the day and awaken to search for food at night.

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Fun Fact: Hedgehogs emit a pig-like grunt while hunting for food, hence their name.

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