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European hedgehogs adapt to their climate with hibernation. Because they hibernate, they are able to live through cold seasons when they can't get food. When the outside temperature goes below 59 degrees Fahrenheit, they go into hibernation. They sleep from October to April. Their body temperature goes down to about 43 degrees Fahrenheit. Usually their heart beats about 100 times a minute. During hibernation, it drops to 10 times a minute. Their breathing slows down so that their bodies don't need much energy to live.
European climates have cold seasons and hot seasons. The hedgehog will hibernate through the cold times and estivatethrough the hot ones. This is how they adapt. European hedgehogs are mostly hibernators with only a little estivation.
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Do hedgehogs live in European forest areas?
Yes.
Do African pygmy hedgehogs live in the rain forest?
no due to the rainy climate hedgehogs live in mostly dry or slightly warm climates depends on the breed
How long do hedgehogs live?
Wild European hedgehogs and other species typically live 2 to 3 years. Domesticated hedgehogs typically live 3-6 years, but can live up to 10. Animals that live that long a few and far between.
What is a hedgehogs habitat?
There are many varieties of hedgehogs in the wild. Some are from Africa, some are from the dessert, and some are from Europe. African and dessert hedgehogs normally have a warmer climate. While European hedgehogs would have a cooler, more damp climate. All hedgehogs like to burrow and would often be seen eating insects from gardens, etc...
Do hedgehogs live in tundra?
Yes, hedgehogs live in the tundra.... NO.
How are hedgehogs adapted to the woodland?
Different hedgehog species have adapted in different ways. Quills evolved for protection against predators; some species developed long ears to disperse heat in the desert; some hedgehogs evolved longer body shapes to be better burrowers; European hedgehogs evolved darker colors to blend in with the forest. The list goes on and on.
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 climate do hedgehogs live in?
European hedgehogs adapt to their climate with hibernation. Because they hibernate, they are able to live through cold seasons when they can't get food. When the outside temperature goes below 59 degrees Fahrenheit, they go into hibernation. They sleep from October to April. Their body temperature goes down to about 43 degrees Fahrenheit. Usually their heart beats about 100 times a minute. During hibernation, it drops to 10 times a minute. Their breathing slows down so that their bodies don't need much energy to live.European climates have cold seasons and hot seasons. The hedgehog will hibernate through the cold times and estivatethrough the hot ones. This is how they adapt. European hedgehogs are mostly hibernators with only a little estivation.
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
