Hedgehog Awareness Week shines a spotlight on these spiky little heroes of the garden. Hedgehogs are vital for maintaining a healthy ecosystem, as they help control pests like slugs, caterpillars, and beetles. Unfortunately, their numbers have been declining due to habitat loss, road traffic, and other challenges. To help our prickly friends, you can create a hedgehog-friendly garden by leaving out water, providing shelter with piles of leaves or logs, and ensuring safe passage between gardens by leaving small gaps in fences. Every small action counts in safeguarding the future of these beloved creatures!
