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"Atelerix" covers 4 different species of hedgehogs -
- Four-toed Hedgehog, Atelerix albiventris
- North African Hedgehog, Atelerix algirus
- Southern African Hedgehog, Atelerix frontalis
- Somalid Hedgehog, Atelerix sclateri
These are known as "The African Hedgehogs" and are all found in different parts of Africa.
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Where was the African pygmy hedgehog discovered?
African pgymies were not discovered; they were created. They are a hybrid from the cross of the White-bellied or Four-Toed Hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris) and the Algerian Hedgehogs (A. algirus).
What is a hedgehogs classifcation?
Kingdom: Animals Phylum: Chordates Class: Mammals Order: Erinaceomorpha Family: Erinaceidae Genus: Atelerix Species: albiventris
Do hedgehogs live in tundra?
Yes, hedgehogs live in the tundra.... NO.
Do hedgehogs live in rivers?
Hedgehogs are mammals ! They live on land and drink water !
Where do hedgehogs live in the UK?
Hedgehogs live in Forests , Sheds , Hedges and Bushes.
What is the binomial nomenclature of a fox?
The scientific or taxonomic name would be Atelerix albiventris.AnswerThere are many species of hedgehog. Hedgehogs come from genera Atelerix and Erinaceus. They are not rodents. In older classification they come from the Order Insectivora of the Class Mammalia. In newer classification, they come from the Order Eulipotyphla with their relatives the shrews and talpid moles.
Do hedgehogs live in Australia?
No. There are no hedgehogs in Australia, either native or introduced.
Do hedgehogs live underground?
Hedgehogs live above ground, and are generally nocturnal. They hibernate during winter.
Do hedgehogs live in burrows?
they do live in burrows
Were do hedgehogs live?
yes
Do hedgehogs live in a log?
No.
How long do pet hedgehogs live?
Usually from 4-7 years, although they can live up to 10. This can vary widely, depending on how well the hedgehog was bred and taken care of. 4 years is a short lifespan expected for an animal that has been poorly bred and cared for; the latter is for healthy hogs that are well taken care of.
