Hedgehogs are becoming increasingly reliant on urban and suburban gardens. Urban populations of hedgehogs have increased by up to a third, while rural populations have halved.
Our My Wild Cardiff Officer said, “The urban environment has become a crucial haven for lots of different wildlife, but particularly for our hedgehogs. In recent years, hedgehogs have been pushed out of rural areas due to changes in land-use, and now populations rely on our towns and cities as places to call home. That’s why it’s more important than ever to protect our prickly neighbours, and we can all play our part in making our gardens, roads, and public spaces a safer place for hedgehogs.”
We’re working to make Cardiff a more hedgehog friendly city. We are providing education sessions to teach children how to build hedgehog homes. We have collaborated with Cardiff University's Hedgehog Friendly Campus group. We are part of communities working to improve habitat connectivity across the city.
So, whether you live in town or country, you can help to look after hedgehogs by following our tips below!