We might not have exotic lions, jumping kangaroos or great elephants roaming wild around the UK, but that doesn’t mean Britain doesn’t have plenty of natural wildlife of its own. The humble hedgehog, ...

When large patches of woodland are swallowed by urban sprawl or when households replace long grass with artificial turf or refurbish buildings to repair cracks and crevices, wildlife populations are ...

Hedgehogs are an unofficial and adorable mascot of the United Kingdom. The small spiny mammals can often be found in gardens, but the U.K.’s European hedgehog population is under threat from loss of ...

The light evenings of summer are a perfect time to look out for hedgehogs in UK gardens. This adapted extract from June’s Wild Wild Life newsletter explains what we know about this popular animal and ...

February 2, 2026, is International Hedgehog Day. While this occasion offers a moment to celebrate one of Europe's most beloved small mammals, sadly, it's also a much-needed opportunity to confront an ...

Now it's spring, we're beginning to see our favourite animals back out in the wild again but if you want them to get up close and personal, you may need to follow a few simple steps when it comes to ...