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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.
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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 :)
What is the advantage of a hedgehogs body temperature falling during winter?
so they could get quality rest
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.
What do hedgehogs need to do before they hibernate?
They need to store as much fat as possible, and they need to make their winter nest.
What do hedgehogs do after eating?
They chew it, then it is digested in the stomach.
Which animals hibernate in winter?
Some animals that hibernate in winter include bears, groundhogs, chipmunks, and hedgehogs. During hibernation, their body temperature drops and their metabolism slows down, allowing them to conserve energy until warmer weather returns.
Do hedgehogs really hibernate?
no, if it is a pet hedgehog it should not hybernate "Pet hedgehogs need to be kept indoors in the warm and should never be allowed to hibernate as this can be dangerous for domesticated hedgehogs." see http://www.hedgehogs.org/pet-hedgehog.htm for further details
