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A hedgehog is protected from predators including fox's by a covering of spines.
Its soft underbelly does not have any spines.
If threatened the hedgehog will curl up into a ball to protect itself.
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∙ 14y agoThe spikes on it's back act as a defense system against other animals, to protect them.
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Which part of a hedgehehogs body helps stop foxes from eating it?
Hedgehogs have spikes on their body similar to a porcupine. The only difference is they don't have the ability to shoot them out. These needles are very sharp when they are up, which would make any animal trying to eat them uncomfortable.
What is a long arm like part that helps with movement and eating?
Sometimes it is a prosthetic arm.
What part of the world have most foxes?
most foxes live in north or south America.
Which part of a blackberry bush helps stop animals from eating it?
Hmm..... The razor-sharp thorns, maybe?
Do foxes live in US?
Yes foxes live in the US in any part that has a good sized forest.
What animals are related to Hedgehogs?
they are kind of a mixure between porqumines and mice. when they are born they are all pink and ugly looking like a mouse but when the mature they resemble a poqupine but smaller like a mouse.
Are foxes in the canine or feline family?
Yes, the Canidae family consists of domesticated dogs, coyotes, foxes, jackals, and wolves.
Why do foxes bark?
i think they're part dogIt is like asking, "Why do humans talk?"They bark to tell other foxes something.
Do hedgehogs live Pennsylvania?
Hedgehogs are not a part of the natural wildlife anywhere in Pennsylvania. With the exception of a zoo or similar business, they are also basically illegal to keep as pets, as well. It's not to say there aren't ANY hedgehogs in Pennsylvania. It's just that what is there is very limited.
What family do wolves coyotes foxes and dogs belong to?
wolves,coyotes are part of the dog family, where as the foxes actually count as verminsAnswer:Wolves, dogs, coyotes, foxes and jackals all belong to the Canidae family. The true dogs (Canini) are separated from the foxes (Vulpini)
Do foxes eat raspberries?
No, foxes cannot have raisins or any part of the grape, as they are poisonous and can cause kidney failure.
When you eat a carrot what part are you eating?
eating a root
