The European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) has a natural defense that has served it well for millennia: it rolls into a ...

Sound-based deterrents could help keep the animals away from fast-moving cars and dangerous landscaping equipment ...

Letter: The creatures should not be kept or treated as pets, however tame or familiar they may appear, says Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital ...

Want to attract hedgehogs? Sightings are lower than ever, but the experts have revealed the two things you should leave outside this February to make your garden a welcome stop. "Hedgehogs are one of ...

Scientists found hedgehogs hear ultrasound, raising hopes for repellents to reduce road deaths. Researchers at the University of Oxford suggest that ultrasonic repellers could help lower the number of ...

African pygmy hedgehogs have grown popular over the years, especially with how often they show up online. But there’s more ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A small hedgehog curls up into a tight ball, its spines creating a protective shield. This adorable defense mechanism allows it to ...

These simple household ingredients could make a real difference to the UK's dwindling hedgehog population. These 6 safe ...

A species that is 15 million years old, hedgehogs have survived all kinds of environmental changes over the years, including urbanization. Surprisingly, cities have often been found to have higher ...