New 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.

February 2, 2026, is International Hedgehog Day. While this occasion offers a moment to celebrate one of Europe’s most beloved small mammals, sadly, it’s also a much-needed opportunity to confront an ...

Things aren’t looking good for hedgehogs in the U.K. The prickly species was recently added to the endangered species list after their number fell from around 30 million in the 1950s to 500,000 in ...

Hedgehogs are surprisingly common in UK gardens, with food a powerful attraction, say scientists.