The hedgehog is a valuable ally in maintaining the natural balance of your garden, but it is having more and more difficulty finding suitable places for its survival. With the expansion of urban and agricultural areas, its natural habitat is shrinking considerably. However, these little creatures do not ask for much to thrive. A space with dense bushes, piles of leaves, stones or tree roots is enough to shelter them and provide them with the food they need, such as beetles, earthworms, snails, and other small animals.
Creating a hedgehog shelter in your garden can not only protect this species, but also help maintain a healthy ecosystem. Here are some practical tips for attracting them:
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Create passages to other gardens : Allow hedgehogs to move freely between different spaces so they can explore and find food.
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Avoid chemicals : Pesticides and other chemicals reduce the population of insects and snails, which are hedgehogs' main food sources.
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Provide water : A water source, such as a small pond or dedicated watering hole, is essential for hedgehogs, especially in summer.
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Maintaining a wild garden area : Mowing only certain areas of your garden allows hedgehogs to hide and explore safely.
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Plant native hedges : Native shrubs and hedges are natural hiding places and provide rich insect habitats.
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Offer natural shelters : Piles of leaves, old wood, or even a specific shelter are ideal options.
Provide quality shelter for your hedgehogs
At Aquishop, we offer you suitable solutions to welcome hedgehogs into your garden. Our natura hedgehog hotel in stained pine is perfect for offering them a refuge all year round, especially during the hibernation period. With a labyrinth entrance, it protects hedgehogs from intruders while offering them a peaceful and safe environment.
To install this shelter, choose a discreet place in your garden, under hedges or shrubs, and add leaves or branches to improve insulation during the winter.
Adopt nature-friendly practices and make your garden a haven for hedgehogs! Discover our hedgehog products on Aquishop and transform your outdoor space into a real refuge for local wildlife.
