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Primarily nocturnal, hedgehogs have spines on their back for protection. Some types of hedgehogs have been domesticated to keep as pets.
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Is the hedgehog the highest consumer?
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You see hedge hogs are eaten by larger animals sometimes but in rare cases hedgehogs are the top because they consume sharks and whales
What is the scientific name or taxonomic classification of the rodent HEDGEHOG?
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The scientific or taxonomic name would be Atelerix albiventris.
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There 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.
Can a hedgehog get wet tail?
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yes they can also get colds tthey can get the same ill ness's as hamsters well most
Do hedgehogs sleep in the day?
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Pet hedgehogs are nocturnal, so they do sleep during the day. There are several ways to reverse this, but I prefer to let my hedgehog sleep whenever she wants to
How many babies do hedgehogs have in its life?
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3-4 large litters or 5-6 small litters
Do hedgehogs eat grass?
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No. Hedgehogs are insectivores/omnivores, but not once in my 6+ years of ownership have I seen them eat grass. They eat insects, berries, some meat, eggs, etc.
However, pet hedgehogs will and often do chew on and annoint with grass.
How much do hedgehogs cost in England?
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Hedgehogs are wild animals in England - you find them in your gardens.
Where can you find hedgehogs in southern Louisiana?
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Look for reputable breeders, who guarantee against WHS and genetic defects, or possibly look for a REPUTABLE rescue center for hedgies.
DO NOT BUY HEDGEHOGS OFF OF CRAIGSLIST OR FROM BACK YARD BREEDERS AND PETSTORES. These animals are usually sub-par, rarely ever socialized correctly, generally die young of illness and don't tend to make good pets, leaving you with huge vet bills more often than not.
Can hedgehogs be left alone for most of the day?
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Yes, as long as it stays in a cage and is fed when needed.
What special needs do hedgehogs have?
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Pet hedgehogs of the "African Pygmy" version should be kept warm, preferably in the 72-75 degrees F range. They also should be provided with a solid floor exercise wheel and a single story cage.
What its a full grown python?
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The (Asiatic) Reticulated Python (Python reticulatus) is a member of the Pythonidae family and has and average length of 15 ft. (4.57 m) to 25 ft. (7.62 m) however, it is possible for some to grow near 30 ft. (9.14 m) with a weight of 300lbs. (136.08 kg.), the largest was measured at 33 ft. (10.05 m).
General information!
Python Scientific classification.
Kingdom: Animalia.
Phylum: Chordata.
Subphylum: Vertebrata.
Class: Reptilia.
Order: Squamata.
Suborder: Serpentes.
Infraorder: Alethinophidia.
Family: Pythonidae.
Genus: Python.
Species: P. molurus
The (Asiatic) Reticulated Python (Python reticulatus) is a member of the Pythonidae family and has and average length of 15 ft. (4.57 m) to 25 ft. (7.62 m) however, it is possible for some to grow near 30 ft. (9.14 m) with a weight of 300lbs. (136.08 kg.), the largest was measured at 33 ft. (10.05 m), they can be located in Southeast Asia and can be found in the various Tropical Rainforest's which covers over 1.9 million sq. km (1.180,605 sq. mi.), a member of the Boa family the female can have as many as 100 eggs at a time (Average is 60 eggs)and the hatchlings are at least 2 ft. (61 cm) in length, life span of the python is 25 to 30 years. Dietconsists of small mammals and birds, the larger the python the larger the prey which include pigs, dogs, cats and primates, etc., the python ambushes it's prey, holds it with it's teeth and suffocates the victim with constriction rather then crushing it, after swallowing the prey whole digestion takes many days to several weeks depending on the size of the prey.
How hard is it to take care of a hedgehog?
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Hedgehogs are relatively easy to care for compared to most exotics, however, they require a very large amount of time dedication. Here are some things to consider:
- Hedgehogs must maintain a warm body temperature in order not to fall into a false hibernation, which means the ambient air temperature needs to be 75-80 degrees. This needs to be constantly monitored to ensure the hedgehog is always safe and depending on your method of heating can be expensive.
- Hedgehogs should always be fed set rations every day to ensure you know exactly how much they are eating. The first signs of illness come from them going off their food or water.
- You will need to regularly clean their cage, this is usually a recommended once a week unless you have a litter box, in which case it's a need-by need basis.
- Most all hedgehogs use litter boxes; even so, those will need to be scooped ever day or every other day.
- Hedgehogs need to be bathed and have their toenails trimmed at least once a month. Most hedgehogs don't like this, at all, and won't make it easy for you. It can take upwards of 45 minutes just to wash and trim a grumpy, unreasonable hog.
- Hedgehogs need exercise; wheels are the best solution but they'll likely be pooped in while running. These need to be rinsed/washed every day.
And the biggest part - for your pet to grow up to be a sociable animal, they should get at LEAST 15 minutes of socialization a day, but PREFERABLY 30 minutes or more.
How do porcupines differ from hedgehogs?
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Hedgehogs have spines and porcupines have spines. Both of them are dangerous. Hedgehogs are cuter and porcupines are black and skinny.
Why do hedgehogs go into a ball?
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To protect themselves and sometimes to antimidate their enemys
How many times does a hedgehog's heart beat per minute?
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The heart rate of a hedgehog (or any animal) is dependent on a number of environmental factors. But on average, studies have shown that a hedgehog's resting heart rate is in the range of 190 to 280 beats per minute and about 147 beats per minute when sleeping.
190 to 280 times per minuite!
This depends on if the hedgehog is in hibernation mode or not. A hedgehog with normal activity who is not in hibernation mode has approximately 190 beats per minute. On the other hand, a hedgehog who has gone into hibernation mode will sometimes be mistaken for a hedgehog who has passed. His body temperature will drop 20% or more and his heart rate will be as low as 20 beats per minute. He will also be lethargic and may be extremely hard to wake up.
Hedgehogs normal heart beat is around 190 per minute but when they hibernate, their heart beat falls dramatically to 20 beats per minute.
How do hedgehogs move if they are blind?
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Hedgehogs are not blind. Like most mammals, they're born blind, but only for a few days.
What is Old English for hedgehog?
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Porcupine!
please see: http://home.comcast.net/~modean52/oeme_dictionaries.htm
The O.E for hedgehog is , simply: ' igl '
Where are hedgehog stores in morristown NJ?
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There is no such thing as a "hedgehog store". If you are referring to a pet store, do not buy one from there. They typically do not properly breed or socialize the animals; if they do not breed the animals themselves, then they buy them from a sub-par breeder. No quality breeder would ever sell their animals in such a manner.
If you are looking for a BREEDER, you can find a reputable one at the links listed below.Are hedgehogs illegal in Miami?
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No.They are legal to own as pets in FL as far as I know.
How do hedgehogs see?
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because they are like us and they use their eyes if they are not blind.
What is the saddest thing that happens to the hedgehogs each year?
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Some die. Personally thats the saddest
Who is Sonic the Hedgehog?
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Sonic the Hedgehog is a fictional character created by Sega in 1991. He was created to be Sega's mascot. Originally, he stared in many video games, but later moved to television and other media.
Sonic has the appearance of a streamlined hedgehog with shoes and gloves, as well as the ability to stand on his hind legs and run faster than the speed of sound. He also has control over Chaos Emeralds, seven special jewels which give special powers on the Planet Mobius.
In the first few games, Sonic was rounder and more childlike in appearance. Since 1998, he has been a lot slimmer and has longer features as well as green eyes.
Personality-wise, Sonic is a hero at heart. He cares for other people and is often described as free-spirited, adventurous and wild. Sonic tends to be stubborn and hasty, which together with his unshakable confidence is dangerous--but he always looks after his friends.
Lastly, when the seven Chaos Emeralds are with him, Sonic may change into Super Sonic. His spikes curve upwards and his body turns yellow-gold. In this state his powers are immense.
Where do you think hedgehogs might find a sheltered place to hibernate?
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WEWSZSDX
Are hedgehogs spiky?
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No! Those are porkypines.... i think
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