Just as we prepare for the winter months, so do many animals and birds. Our lovely hedgehog friend "The Ideas Hog" at COG WOODLAND NEWS is preparing for his seasonal party. Can You Spot the 6 Differences in the Idea's Hog before and after pics? Here's what we can do to help him prepare for his winter sleep known as hibernation. Towards the end of autumn, hedgehogs consider the best places to build nests. Even in Britain, if there is enough food and the air temperature is not
We spotted our friends from the Baddeley Green Hedgehog Resue on a very colourful themed stand at Leek Show and asked Wendy how the hedgehogs were getting along especially with the hot summer weather. Wendy told us that they were very busy because during the hot weather, if there are no water sources, the hedgehogs suffer from dehydration. They are urging people to put out shallow dishes of water (about an inch deep). Wendy recommended a saucer that you would get with a house
Hedgehog Facts | Hedgehog Babies | 5 Things We Can Do for Garden Hedgehogs | What to do if you spot a hedgehog in daylight | Listening for Hedgehogs | Contact the Rescue Centre | Download Your Help-a-Hedgehog Sheet Hedgehog Facts Lifespan is 5–6 years. Hibernation takes place after five nights of sub-zero temperatures. They are quite clean animals; if they have fleas, the species will not jump onto humans. Seeing ticks on them will mean they are not well. He
Events for adults | Local Group Events | Easter Holiday events Events for adults Spring walk and cream tea at The Wolseley Centre Saturday 15 March, 1pm - 3pm Enjoy a gentle stroll and spot the signs of spring all around. You'll receive helpful identification tips as you explore. Binoculars and ID guides provided. Delicious cream tea at The Kingfisher Café included in the price. Find out more Forest School and Sustainability Conference at The Wolseley Centre Thursday 19
