African miniature hedgehog is one of the more common types of small pets. So, what kind of physical characteristics does it have and what kind of environment does it need to live in?

African Miniature Hedgehog

Physical Characteristics

The Miniature Hedgehog is small in size, with pure white fur from face to belly, and a The brown color is so different that it can be easily distinguished from the European hedgehog. However, many individuals are hybrids of the two, and it is more difficult to distinguish. The body length ranges from 15.5 cm to 23 cm, and the weight is 311 grams to 566 grams. Belly and face are white or cream-colored, with white spines mixed with black or coffee; face may have a darker mask-like color; lower feet are usually darker; ears The height is shorter than the length of the spines, and it is covered with hair.

Distribution and lifespan

Africa; 3-9 years (up to 10 years)

Living environment

Diet: Hedgehogs are omnivores, and they live by preying on various invertebrates and small vertebrates, as well as grass roots, fruits, melons and other plants in the wild. Family feeding can be self-prepared feed, with meat offal, grain and by-products, green vegetables, etc., in proportion. In addition, caterpillars, beetles, snails, earthworms and other small animals and fruits can also be fed. But it must be clean, otherwise it will get a lot of diseases. It is recommended not to eat it before 3 months of birth. It is easy to be picky eaters and cannot be used as the hedgehog's daily food, which will cause the hedgehog to lack iron, and the spines will fall off easily. Fruits and veggies can't be irritating, or you might die on the spot, although it's ok if you want to try it.