European hedgehog
These beloved spiny mammals come out at night to hoover up beetles, worms and other invertebrates.
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Hedgehogs are waking up!
Hedgehogs are coming out of hibernation in Derbyshire.
Helping hedgehogs
Small, round, brown and famously covered in spines, the hedgehog is one of the most familiar of Britain's wild mammals but they are declining fast and we need you to make sure your garden is a haven for them.
What to feed hedgehogs and badgers
Putting out a bit of food can help see mammals like hedgehogs through colder spells.
How to check your bonfire for hedgehogs
We can all take steps to protect hedgehogs on bonfire night. Follow our 4 steps to make sure you keep hedgehogs safe.
The Urban Hedgehog
In the recent State of Britain’s Hedgehog’s Report 2022, its data reveals that hedgehog populations are becoming more stable than those in rural areas. In todays blog we're sharing the latest…
How to create a hedgehog hole
Help hedgehogs get around by making holes and access points in fences and barriers to link up the gardens in your neighbourhood.
How to build a hedgehog home
By providing safe places for hedgehogs to live, you’re much more likely to see these prickly creatures in your garden.
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