Are hedgehogs poisonous?
– No, hedgehogs don’t have any toxic substances that they secrete in any way. The closest they come to being poisonous is when they self annoint (see our articles section) with an irritating substance, which can then coat the quills. Can hedgehogs throw their quills? – No. Hedgehog quills are similar to human hair. They are firmly attached, although some will drop from time to time (like human hair). The only time that many quills are dropped in a short period of time is during quilling, when baby quills are shed and replaced by the next set. Some illnesses can also cause quill loss. How long do hedgehogs live? -In the wild, it is considered that 18 months is a long life for hedgehogs. In captivity, hedgehog lifespan typically runs from 3-5 years of age, with the occasional animal reaching as old as 8 years. How big do hedgehogs get? – African hedgehogs that are commonly kept as pets tend to run in the area of 1 lb of weight, and 6-8 inches in length. This is just a rough estimate thou
