Hedgehog
African Pygmy Hedgehogs are small, nocturnal pets known for their spiny coats and cute faces. They are solitary and need gentle handling to build trust....
13–20 cm
0.2–0.6 kg
4–6 years
Moderate — regular cage cleaning, nail trimming, occasional bathing
Moderate — need a large enclosure and supervised out-of-cage exploration
Africa (domesticated)
Spines (quills) with white/brown bands — white, albino, salt and pepper
Small
Temperament
Nocturnal, solitary, shy, curious, defensive (rolls up)
Exercise & Care
Exercise: Moderate — need a large enclosure and supervised out-of-cage exploration. They are active at night.
Grooming: Moderate — regular cage cleaning, nail trimming, occasional bathing. They need a heated environment.
Coat: Spines (quills) with white/brown bands — white, albino, salt and pepper
Health & Considerations
Known health issues
Wobbly hedgehog syndrome, obesity, respiratory infections, dental issues, mites
Origin
Africa (domesticated)
Size category
Small
About the Hedgehog
African Pygmy Hedgehogs are small, nocturnal pets known for their spiny coats and cute faces. They are solitary and need gentle handling to build trust.
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