Protection for the hedgehog

The life expectancy of a hedgehog in the wild is three to seven years. However, hedgehogs are increasingly exposed to man-made dangers. Whether it's cutting greenery, road traffic, a lack of food or heat and water shortages: dangerous risks for hedgehogs lurk everywhere. The mortality rate of young animals is very high and the average life expectancy of a hedgehog is only 2 to 4 years. Populations have declined significantly. As a result, the animal of the year 2024 has been classified as potentially endangered according to the International Red List since October last year.