Hedgehog houses

Hedgehogs have seen significant declines in recent decades, only around a million hedgehogs remain in the UK today, compared to 2 million in the mid 90's, and 36 million in the 50's. Hedgehog numbers are used as an indicator of the overall state of the environment, so the prognosis isn't good. By adding a hedgehog house in your garden, you will not only provide them with a place to hibernate, but also a home in which to raise little hoglets. To position the hedgehog house, choose a shady and quiet area, ideally under bushes. Don't forget to put out some food for your hedgehogs too!