Research has found hedgehogs living in the same, semi-rural area have wide variation in hibernation timing and pattern, with some entering hibernation as much as three months later than others.

When you think of a hedgehog, you might imagine them using their unique defense mechanism: curling into a tight, spiky ball.

The National Trust said: "Take care not to disturb nesting birds and always check carefully before pruning hedges or shrubs.

That’s right, autumn is here once again, and with it brings the opportunity for wildlife to prepare for this year’s hibernation. But before the hedgehogs make a cosy shelter in the compost ...

Hedgehogs hibernate through winter, so they need a shelter from cold weather and hungry predators. They also need a spot to nest to rear their young. Follow our instructions on how to build a simple ...

During autumn, as they prepare for hibernation, hedgehogs devour earthworms and beetles, helping to keep pest populations in check. In return, they preserve their own energy stores, ensuring they ...

Where to put your hedgehog home Hibernating hedgehogs like peace and quiet. Put the house where it won’t be disturbed, against a wall, bank or fence if possible and under or near plant cover.

Hedgehogs really are a gardener's best friend, eating lots of pesky pests that might damage our efforts. By helping them, we ...

In recent years, the hedgehog population has declined. In 2021, they were redlisted. Hedgehogs are a threatened species in Norway and several other European countries. "I was surprised to find ...

We all know that alcohol should be consumed in moderation, but even the most well-intentioned souls can lose their way when it comes to party season. The question is: why do some of us revert to ...

Everyone loves a hedgehog, but in the UK numbers of these prickly mammals have plummeted – and they really need our help if they’re to rebound. As the weather warms up and these wonderful little ...