All you need to know about this nocturnal animal
What does the Madras hedgehog eat?
They eat snails, insects, worms and centipedes.
Is the Madras hedgehog found in protected areas?
90% of the hedgehog's population is outside protected areas.
What is the defence strategy of the Madras hedgehog?
The hedgehog curls up into a ball when it feels a threat.
About the Authors
Nisarg Prakash
is a wildlife biologist working with RoundGlass Sustain. A large part of my work before Sustain has been along streams and rivers, in the process trying to understand otters better.
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
