Nature Example
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Hedgehog
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These small, spiky mammals are often found in gardens.
Seasonal Behaviour:
Autumn is all about eating! Hedgehogs must eat as many slugs, beetles, and worms as they can to get nice and fat. When they are fat enough, they build a cosy nest of leaves (called a 'hibernaculum') and go into a deep sleep, called hibernation, to save energy all winter.
💡 Fun Facts
- A baby hedgehog is called a 'hoglet'.
- When scared, a hedgehog can roll into a tight, spiky ball.
- A grown-up hedgehog can have over 5,000 spikes (or spines) on its back.