Found in gardens, grasslands habitats across Europe, Asia, the European Hedgehog is an omnivore member of the Erinaceidae family. Weighing 0.6–1.2 kg, it is exceptionally low among omnivore mammals. Conservation status: Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | European Hedgehog | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.9 kg | 12 kg | ↓ 93% |
| Height | 22 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 5 km/h | 35 km/h | ↓ 86% |
| Avg Speed | 5 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The European Hedgehog inhabits gardens, grasslands habitats. It can be found in Europe, Asia.
Typical coloring: Brown, Spiny.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The European Hedgehog is a solitary species belonging to the Erinaceidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The European Hedgehog is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the European Hedgehog’s weight of 0.6–1.2 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #51 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a European Hedgehog weigh?
A European Hedgehog typically weighs 0.6–1.2 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the European Hedgehog?
The European Hedgehog is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the European Hedgehog live?
The European Hedgehog is found in Europe, Asia, in gardens, grasslands habitats.
How does the European Hedgehog reproduce?
The European Hedgehog has a gestation period of 35 days and typically produces 3-7 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026