How many different colors of hedgehogs are there?

How many different colors of hedgehogs are there?

In total, there are over 90 different hedgehog colors. Some are rare and some are quite common. Most of these color options can be a little tricky to find at your local pet store (the majority only have salt and pepper hedgehogs).

Are hedgehogs blue?

There are 17 species of hedgehogs in the world, and none of them are blue — not even the cold ones. The coloring ranges from light beige to dark brown, and some have black coloring around their faces and at the base of the quills. Hedgehogs are more closely related to shrews and moles.

What Colours do pygmy hedgehogs come in?

African Pygmy Hedgehogs come in 26 different colours. The lightest is the albino as albinos lack pigmentation, and the darkest is the Algerian Black which is mostly black except for a bit of white fur. The most common hedgehog colouring is Salt and Pepper.

What does a pinto hedgehog look like?

A high pinto patterned hedgehog has mostly white quills, with a some patches of banded quills. They are different from a reverse pinto. Reverse pintos have no pigment on the face, ears, or feet, while high pintos can have pigment in any/all of those places.

How expensive is a hedgehog?

Typical costs: Hedgehogs range in price from $125-$250, depending on the hedgehog’s age, color, and temperament. Some breeders offer hedgehog starter kits for around $75 that include a cage, wheel, a hiding place, water bottle, feed bowl and food, and some shavings.

Do hedgehogs stink?

Hedgehogs are naturally pretty odorless animals. This means if you remove any environmental factors, they’ll never make much of a stink. This isn’t to say you won’t smell anything if you get close to them, but we would never consider it a “bad” smell.

Do hedgehogs like baths?

Many hedgehogs love to play in warm water and will enjoy themselves during bath time. We prefer to give hedgehogs a bath in a sink or a bathtub. Hedgehogs are prone to relieve themselves in the warm water so we prefer to use our laundry sink.

How do you get a hedgehog to trust you?

Lori Keller, bonding expert, suggests holding your hedgie against you in your hands and on your chest so your hedgehog can feel your body heat and hear your heart beat. Hold him while watching t.v. or long enough so that he sleeps on you, as having your hedgie sleep on you is an excellent way to get them to bond.

Can a pet hedgehog hurt you?

Hedgehogs usually won’t hurt you. When relaxed, their quills aren’t that sharp. Plus, their weight distributes equally, so you shouldn’t be afraid of any skin piercing. Even hedgehogs in defense mode tend not to draw any blood from humans.

What to know before buying a hedgehog?

• Are Hedgehogs Good Pets? Let’s get this out of the way first.
• One Species Stands Above The Rest.
• You’ll Need To Make Sure They’re Allowed Where You Live.
• Handling Them Takes Some Practice.
• You’ll Learn To Read Their Moods.
• Feeding Them Can Be Simpler Than You Think.
• They’re Nocturnal.
• Pet Hedgehogs Make A Variety Of Noises.

How bad does a hedgehog bite hurt?

While a hedgehog bite doesn’t feel good, it’s definitely tolerable and pretty low on the pain scale. A curious nibble will feel a lot nicer than an angry bite, but even that isn’t the worst thing in the world.

What happens if a hedgehog pricks you?

Hedgehogs can be dangerous because their quills can penetrate skin and have been known to spread a bacteria germ that can cause fever, stomach pain and a rash, the report said.

Can a hedgehog kill you?

In the last year, 20 people were infected by a rare but dangerous form of salmonella bacteria, and one person died in January. The illnesses were linked to contact with hedgehogs kept as pets, according to a report released this week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Is it OK to wake your hedgehog up?

If your hedgehog has been sleeping for up to 12 hours, you can gently wake it up. As nocturnal creatures, most of the interaction hedgehogs have with their owners is during the night. If you go to bed around 9 pm or 10 pm, your hedgehog should be awake by 7 pm.

Can I touch hedgehog?

Yes, you can touch a pet hedgehog, but don’t handle a wild hedgehog unless they are in imminent danger. See paragraph on wild hedgehogs below. Touch a pet hedgehog only when they are relaxed. Otherwise, you could subject yourself to their sharp quills and get hurt.

Do all hedgehogs have fleas?

Do all hedgehogs have fleas and do they need them? Not all hedgehogs have fleas; many of those rescued have none. However, hedgehogs do not NEED their fleas to survive, that’s an old wives tale. Hedgehog fleas are host specific so while they may jump onto a cat or dog, they won’t infest them.

Do hedgehogs poop a lot?

Do Hedgehogs Poop a lot? Hedgehogs poop a lot. They poop all the time. Young hedgies are quite fond of pooping while doing their chores like while roaming around or playing on their wheel.