![]() ![]() Other species inhabit temperate region and live in forests or meadows. Some species live in arid regions, like deserts. In fact, humans have bred this species for so long that researchers consider them domesticated.ĭifferent Hedgehog species live in different types of habitats. The most common pet species is the African pygmy. Pet Hedgehogs – People keep a few different species of Hedgehogs as pets.This process, known as “quilling,” happens to all young Hedgehog Young Hedgehogs shed their “baby” spines and grow permanent adult spines. Baby Spines – The one time this creature’s spines do fall out is during adolescence. ![]() On the other hand, Hedgehog spines do not fall out easily. Porcupine spines become embedded in the skin of the a predator and fall off the porcupine. ![]() Not only are they not closely related, but they also have different spines. Not a Small Porcupine – Like we mentioned above, these creatures aren’t just miniature porcupines.Spine Composition – Surprisingly, Hedgehog spines are just specially modified hairs! The hairs are hollow, and a stiff layer of keratin covers them.Interesting Facts About the Hedgehogĭespite their prickly exterior, people enjoy keeping these creatures as pets. ![]() Depending on the species, Hedgehogs generally weigh between 1 and 2.5 pounds. These creatures measure between 8 and 10 inches long. ![]()
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