hedgehogs spikes

Hedgehogs have spikes in order to protect themselves from predators and threats. Its their defense mechanism. But in fact hedgehogs spikes dont hurt. Whether spikes hurt or not depends on the position of hedgehog. When hedgehog is in relaxed position you can hold it without hurting. Hedgehog feel safe and comfortable spikes lay flat on its body. But if hedgehog feel threatened spikes raise and he turns into a ball. And then when someone tries to touch hedgehog, he will be hurt by spikes. If hedgehog pokes you, you wont feel feel much pain so its not that scary. Also hedgehogs use their spikes as protection from falling because they are kinda clumsy. They also made hedgehogs float on water like boat. Spikes are important to hedgehogs because they protect them very well and keep them safe.


source; Why Do Hedgehogs Have Spikes? - Hedgehog Planet


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