What is the lifespan of a African Pygmy Hedgehog?

According to allpets.ai data, African Pygmy Hedgehog typically lives 3–10 years. They weigh 0.4–0.4 kg.

How big does a African Pygmy Hedgehog get?

According to allpets.ai data, adult African Pygmy Hedgehog weigh between 0.4 and 0.4 kg. Size category: N/A.

What environment does a African Pygmy Hedgehog need?

According to allpets.ai data, African Pygmy Hedgehog requires: Temperature: 24-30. Humidity: N/A. Diet: Insectivore/Omnivore (insects, high-quality cat/hedgehog food, vegetables).

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African Pygmy Hedgehog

Species: Exotic Origin: N/A Size: N/A Difficulty: Intermediate Atelerix albiventris

Basic Information

Species	Exotic
Origin
Size Category
Scientific Name	Atelerix albiventris
Category	Small Mammal
Husbandry Difficulty	Intermediate
Social Needs	Solitary

Vital Statistics

Weight Range	0.4–0.4 kg
Lifespan	3–10 years

Husbandry Environment

Temperature	24-30
Diet	Insectivore/Omnivore (insects, high-quality cat/hedgehog food, vegetables)
Common Issues	Obesity; Dental disease; Wobbly hedgehog syndrome; Mange/skin infections; Neoplasia (tumors)