When you think of a hedgehog, you might imagine them using their unique defense mechanism: curling into a tight, spiky ball.

Unfortunately, as a defence strategy, spines are not what they used to be. A hedgehog’s natural predators will detect movement in the dark, so the tactic of staying still and curling up is very ...

We’re not quite sure why the hedgehog does this: it might be an attempt to camouflage its own scent from predators, or it might be that spreading toxins on its spikes is a form of added protection.

Johnny's life came to a desperately sad end, but the blonde hedgehogs of Alderney have thrived — and have become a local icon. And though their bright colour would make them more visible to predators ...

Hedgehogs hibernate through winter, so they need a shelter from cold weather and hungry predators. They also need a spot to nest to rear their young. Follow our instructions on how to build a simple ...