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Like opossums, mice, and moles, hedgehogs have some natural immunity against some snake venom through the protein erinacin in their muscles, though in such small amounts that a viper bite may still be fatal. [9] In addition, hedgehogs are one of four known mammalian groups with natural protection against another snake venom, α-neurotoxin.
Self-anointing has been observed in hedgehogs as young as 15 days of age, before their eyes open. In one study, indications of self-anointing were observed in more than 11% of all observations. First-year, independent young self-anointed more than adults, and male hedgehogs had more indications of self-anointing than females.
Hedgehogs are often pictured as fond of milk; as late as the 19th century, some English villagers even believed that these creatures would suck milk out of cows' udders. [4] In reality, however, hedgehogs are lactose-intolerant. Hedgehogs are also often seen in pictures with an autumn-themed background since the animal hibernates in piles of ...
Hedgehogs can make great pets for the right owner, and if they are legal in your state. They do require a big enclosure with room to roam, explore and exercise.
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Hedgehogs in popular culture (4 C, 6 P) Hemiechinus (4 P) P. Paraechinus (5 P) Pages in category "Hedgehogs" The following 17 pages are in this category, out of 17 total.
People and animals have long cohabitated with one another for both survival and friendship. While cats and dogs are what come to mind when we think of getting a new pet, many people are drawn to ...
In the early evening fog, the world seems mysterious, and outlandish images appear before the Hedgehog every now and then. Among them is an eagle-owl looking into a well, a snail suddenly turning into an elephant, a bat with a frightening wingspan, and a dog returning the bundle of jam to the Hedgehog when he loses it.