The typical pet hedgehog weighs between 6 ounces and 2 pounds and requires approximately the same amount of space as a guinea pig.
Scientific Info
| Scientific Name | - | Atelerix Albiventris |
| Type | - | Mammal |
| Diet | - | Omnivore |
| Size | - | 16-35cm (6-14in) |
| Weight | - | 1-2kg (2.2-4.4lbs) |
| Top Speed | - | 19km/h (12mph) |
| Life Span | - | 3-6 years |
| Lifestyle | - | Solitary |
| Conservation Status | - | Least Concern |
Appearance
| Colour | - | Tan, Brown, Grey |
| Skin Type | - | Spikes |
| Favourite Food | - | Insects |
| Habitat | - | Dense vegetation and woodland |
| Average Clutch Size | - | 5 |
| Main Prey | - | Insects, Worms, Seeds |
| Predators | - | Owl, Dog, Foxes |
| Distinctive Features | - | Long snout and can roll into a spiky ball |
