Five Facts - Hedgehogs

The video provides interesting facts about hedgehogs, including their quills, immunity to snake venom, the origin of their name, the variety of species, and their beneficial role in gardens. Hedgehogs have between 5000 and 7000 quills that fall out and are replaced annually. They are immune to most snake venoms, often winning in encounters with snakes. The name 'hedgehog' comes from their habitat in hedges and their pig-like grunts. There are 15 species of hedgehogs worldwide, with only one in the UK. Gardeners benefit from hedgehogs as they eat pests like beetles and caterpillars.

How many species of hedgehogs are there in the world?

Why are hedgehogs beneficial for gardens?