Hedgehog Facts

- The hedgehog has a life span of about 5 years in captivity.

- A single hedgehog can keep an average garden free of pests by eating 200 grams of insects each night.

- Cars pose a great threat to hedgehogs.

- The hedgehog is a known carrier of fleas.

- There are approximately 5,000-7,000 spines on an average adult hedgehog.