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In winter, hedgehogs enter a state of hibernation to conserve energy when food is scarce. They seek out a safe, sheltered spot, such as a burrow or nest, where they curl up and lower their metabolic rate. During this time, their body temperature drops, and they rely on their fat reserves for sustenance until warmer weather returns and food becomes available again.
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How do hedgehogs do in the winter?
The hedgehogs go and sexually reproduce when its winter and I don't know why .
When to hedgehogs hibernate?
winter
Why is it hard for hedgehogs to find food in winter?
Hedgehogs eat plenty of insects, grubs and worms, most of which aren't seen much in winter. With food being scarce, hedgehogs usually opt for hibernation.
Do hedgehogs live underground?
Hedgehogs live above ground, and are generally nocturnal. They hibernate during winter.
How do hedgehos survie in winter?
Hedgehogs are usually asleep during the winter so are unable to survie.
Why do hedgehogs store food in summer?
all the hedgehogs go into a deep sleep in winter so they store food so they don't get hungry while sleeping :)
Do hedgehogs hibenate all winter?
No. Different species can have slightly different habits, all wild hedgehogs can hibernate, although not all do. Hibernation time of hedgehogs depends on their environment. In addition, domesticated species prefer a warm climate (above 72 °F/22 °C but below 85 °F/29.5 °C) and do not naturally hibernate.
What is the advantage of a hedgehogs body temperature falling during winter?
so they could get quality rest
Can hedgehogs have a litter as late as September?
Yes. European hedgehogs in the UK can have litters well into October. Every year many of these hoglets (called 'autumn orphans') fail to survive the winter because they do not have enough time to lay down fat before their food resource disappears.
WHAT DO hedgehogs do for winter?
Hedgehogs do what they do all year round .In Africa it doesn't get cold in the winter so it doesn't matter to the heggies. But if you own a hedgehog and live in an area where it is cold and do not have a temperature of at least 65 (Fahrenheit) your hedgehog will go into hibernation and most likely die.
How do hedgehog find his food?
Hedgehogs eat worms and slugs, but should be hibernating in winter. If you find one during winter; contact your local animal shelter.
How do hedgehogs build their nests?
Hedgehogs can either make their homes or live in a semi-manmade structure (a pile of logs/man-made hedgehog boxes/etc)If hedgehogs make their homes, they choose a site, then compose the nest of grass, leaves, and various other plants they can find. They will carry the materials in their mouths, a few at a time, and pile them up. Then, when they are ready they will burrow inside them.The summertime nests are flimsy and thin; however, the types of hedgehogs that hibernate (such as scandanavian hedgehogs) make a much warmer and long-lasting hibernaculum (winter nest).
