HedgeHog

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Eulipotyphla
Family: Erinaceidae

Noteworthy Feature: Possessing 5000 – 7000 spikes

Physical Characteristics:

– Size: 1-4 lbs (0.45-1.8 kg)
– Lifespan: 3-6 years
– Color: Varied shades including Brown, Tan, Grey, and 80+ more

Habitat:

– Preferred Environments: Woodlands, Grasslands, Dense Vegetation

Behavior:

– Diet: Omnivorous

– Activity Patterns: Nocturnal

– Social Structure: Solitary individuals

HedgeHog & Its Classifications

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