Thistle
African pygmy hedgehog · Shared by FrostyOtter · 6 days ago
Thistle has moved into a leaf, and is wearing a second leaf, apparently as a hat.
About the African pygmy hedgehog
- Origin
- Captive hybrid, from the African four-toed hedgehog
- Size
- 250–700 g
- Lifespan
- 3–6 years
- Diet
- High-protein, low-fat; insects, with a suitable dry food base
- Temperament
- Solitary, nocturnal, shy; tames with patient handling
- Legal
- Prohibited in several US states and other jurisdictions
Read more about the african pygmy hedgehog — what they are like to live with, grooming, and the health worth knowing about.
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