Igelhilfe Schweiz is committed to the protection of hedgehogs and the promotion of biodiversity in Switzerland. The aim is to disseminate knowledge about hedgehog-friendly habitats and to raise people’s awareness of the need to protect these important wild animals.
On this page you will find information, tips and advice on the protection of hedgehogs in the canton of Bern. This includes information on near-natural gardens, safe habitats for hedgehogs and practical recommendations on how private individuals, municipalities and gardening businesses can contribute to the promotion of biodiversity.
Hedgehogs are an important part of our native fauna. However, they are under pressure due to the loss of natural habitats, intensive garden maintenance and increasing sealing of surfaces. Even small changes in the garden or in public spaces can help to create suitable habitats for hedgehogs.
A lot can be achieved for hedgehog conservation with simple measures:
Such measures not only help hedgehogs, but also promote many other animal species and biodiversity as a whole.
Igelhilfe Schweiz provides information and expertise on hedgehog conservation and biodiversity. This includes tips on hedgehog-friendly gardens, habitats and general information on dealing with hedgehogs.
This page provides information and regional tips on hedgehog protection in the canton of Bern.
The best way to protect hedgehogs is to work together. Private individuals, municipalities, schools, companies and horticultural businesses can make an important contribution by creating green spaces and gardens that are close to nature.
Igelhilfe Schweiz is committed to making knowledge about hedgehog conservation and biodiversity accessible and to inspiring people to protect our native wildlife.
Note
This site is intended to provide information on hedgehog conservation and biodiversity in the Canton of Bern.
It does not represent an independent organizational unit or regional branch.
Whether you are looking for our hedgehog magazine full of helpful tips, information on hedgehog lectures or materials for school projects – we provide everything free of charge to promote the welfare of hedgehogs.
Igel-Hilfe Schweiz offers free hedgehog courses for veterinary practice assistants throughout Switzerland. These courses are specially tailored to veterinary practice assistants who want to familiarize themselves with the specifics of hedgehog care and acquire professional knowledge about the medical care and nursing of hedgehogs. Hedgehogs require special attention and expert care in veterinary practices, which is different from other wild animals – this is exactly where our hedgehog courses for veterinary practice assistants come in.
In our courses you will learn everything about the species-appropriate care and treatment of hedgehogs. We cover important topics such as correct feeding, stress management during treatment and recognizing typical diseases in hedgehogs. Our hedgehog courses are offered both at our hedgehog station and directly at your veterinary practice – we are active throughout Switzerland and will adapt to your location and schedule.
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056 552 16 02
Phone French
056 552 06 30
Phone Italian
056 552 06 31
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