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Pygmy Hedgehog Rodents for sale

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The African Pygmy Hedgehog, often simply called the Pygmy Hedgehog, originates from central and eastern Africa, inhabiting savannas and grasslands. This small breed typically measures 6-9 inches and weighs between 250-600 grams. Its distinctive physical traits include short, stiff spines covering its back and soft fur on the face and belly. Colour variations range from salt-and-pepper to albino.

Temperament-wise, the Pygmy Hedgehog is primarily nocturnal and solitary, favouring a quiet environment and gentle handling. Known for their shy and sensitive nature, they exhibit unique behaviours such as self-anointing and curling into a spiny ball when threatened. Due to their specific needs, they are best suited to owners prepared for dedicated care.

Care requirements include maintaining a warm habitat (75-80°F) to prevent hibernation attempts, providing a high-protein insectivore diet, and ensuring daily exercise via a running wheel. These hedgehogs make interesting pet hedgehogs in the UK but require commitment, particularly in temperature control and specialist veterinary care. Keywords like "pygmy hedgehog for sale," "pet hedgehog UK," and "African pygmy hedgehog" are popular search terms related to this breed.

Pygmy Hedgehog rodents African Pygmy hedgehog  - Advert 1
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African Pygmy hedgehog

Pygmy Hedgehog

3 weeksAge
MaleSex
£250Price

Beautiful strong boy available from beginning August. Single strong hoglet, well handled and proving to have a great little character Other hoglets available middle of August

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SandyCentral Bedfordshire (0.2mi)
Pygmy Hedgehog rodents Male & Female Tenrecs with 4ft Vivarium Setup £400 - Advert 2
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Male & Female Tenrecs with 4ft Vivarium Setup £400

Pygmy Hedgehog

3 yearsAge
MixedSex
£400Price

We are reluctantly looking for a fantastic home for our bonded pair of Lesser Tenrecs due to the closure of our long-running educational animal business. Both tenrecs are healthy, active and feeding

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LondonGreater London (43.6mi)
ADVANCED
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African Pygmy Hedgehogs Ready 2 week

Pygmy Hedgehog

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£175Price

Boys and Girls and another litter of 5 just 3 weeks behind. All with black masks . Dark grey snowflakes. Ver pretty and very friendly been regularly handles by both adults and children. Girls can go

Market HarboroughLeicestershire (35.8mi)
Pygmy Hedgehog rodents Baby Pygmy Hedgehogs for Sale - Advert 4
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Baby Pygmy Hedgehogs for Sale

Pygmy Hedgehog

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£350Price

Can deliver for extra charge Based on the position of privates one is believe to be female and the other is male newly born only a few weeks old looking for new home. One is the Runt she loves huma

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LondonGreater London (43.6mi)
Pygmy Hedgehog rodents Sonic the african pygmy hedgehog  - Advert 5
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Sonic the african pygmy hedgehog

Pygmy Hedgehog

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£180Price

due to no fault of his own sonic i am looking for a new home for sonic. sonic is around 1 year and 2 months old, he was handled a lot by the breeder but due to a change in circumstances i haven’t got

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Potters BarHertfordshire (30.3mi)
Pygmy Hedgehog rodents Female Pygmy hedgehog (4 years old) - Advert 6
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Female Pygmy hedgehog (4 years old)

Pygmy Hedgehog

4 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£100Price

Peppa is a friendly and curious little hog. We’ve had for four years and she has been a part of the family. She likes to be held, eat out of your hand. She can be shy at times but builds trust when ha

Abbots LangleyHertfordshire (29.7mi)

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Pygmy hedgehogs in the UK typically cost between £60 and £400, depending on the breeder and specific individual. Many breeders offer African pygmy hedgehogs for around £250 to £300, often including starter care kits with essentials like food and bedding.