Hedgehogs now classified as an endangered species in Switzerland
The Western European hedgehog is becoming increasingly rare – an alarming sign for the state of our nature. For the first time, it has been classified as “potentially endangered” on the Red List of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
The hedgehog no longer has a chance
Hedgehogs are among the most popular wild animals in Europe. But despite their popularity and sympathy among the general public, hedgehogs have less and less chance of surviving in the wild in the modern world. Why do hedgehogs have such a hard time and what can we do to ensure the survival of these fascinating animals? In this article, you will learn about the threats that make life difficult for hedgehogs and how we can all help to protect them.