The hedgehog belongs to the order Eulipotyphla, which basically means “truly blind and fat,” explains Sophie. The family ...

Sadly, the European hedgehog is now officially in decline across Europe. The International Union for Conservation of Nature ...

Researchers at Anhui Normal University, Wuhu, China, have announced the discovery of a new species within the hedgehog genus Mesechinus. The eastern China hedgehog species was found to be distinct ...

The soft-furred hedgehog Hylomys dorsalis was previously thought to be a subspecies and has now been elevated to a distinct species Scientists have discovered five new species of soft-furred ...

Hedgehogs are especially vulnerable to vehicles ... they are characterized as some of the smallest species of elephants in the world. A key reason for their population decline is their preference ...

An animal rescue centre in Thorrington has launched an urgent appeal to the public for newspapers as it continues its vital work saving hundreds ...

Hedgehogs are the most rescued wild animal in the UK. Here's our guide to help you know when they need to be rescued—and when it is best to leave them alone. As the nights draw in our spiky ...

The European hedgehog—a valued and charming visitor to gardens—is now officially in decline all over Europe. In today's update of their red list for Europe, the International Union for the ...