Category: Hedgehogs

The European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) is one of the most recognized and beloved small mammals across Europe and parts of central Asia. Known for its

The Northern White-Breasted Hedgehog, scientifically known as Erinaceus roumanicus, is a fascinating species native to Eurasia, spanning areas from Eastern Europe to parts of Western

The Southern White-Breasted Hedgehog, scientifically known as Erinaceus concolor, is a fascinating species of hedgehog native to Eastern Europe and Southwestern Asia. Also called the

The Four-Toed Hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris) is a small, unique mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa. As their name implies, these hedgehogs have four toes on each

The Algerian Hedgehog, scientifically known as Atelerix algirus, is a small, spiny mammal native to the North African region. With its distinct features, such as

The Long-Eared Hedgehog, scientifically known as Hemiechinus auritus, is a small, hardy mammal native to arid regions of North Africa, the Middle East, and parts

The Desert Hedgehog (Paraechinus aethiopicus), one of the smallest hedgehog species, is specially adapted to survive in some of the world’s most arid and inhospitable

The Daurian Hedgehog (Mesechinus dauuricus) is a unique and somewhat elusive species within the hedgehog family. Native to parts of Central and East Asia, including

The Indian Long-Eared Hedgehog (Hemiechinus collaris) is a fascinating small mammal native to the arid and semi-arid deserts of South Asia. Known for its distinctively

Brandt’s Hedgehog, scientifically known as Paraechinus hypomelas, is a small, resilient species native to the Middle East and Central Asia. Known for its distinctive large