African Pygmy Hedgehog
Scientific name
Atelerix albiventris
Lifespan
4-6 years
Range
Also known as the four-toed hedgehog, afrian pygmy hedgehogs are native to eastern and central Africa.
Diet
This species eats insects, snails, grubs, spiders, and occasionally plant matter.
Social Structure
These hedgehogs are solitary. Their quills make an excellent defense mechanism against predators. When threatened, they will roll up into a ball and protect their vulnerable legs and head while their quills stand upright.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Threats in the Wild
The African pygmy hedgehog, also known as the four-toed hedgehog, has a stable wild population and is facing no major threats.
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