Why You Should Feed Hedgehogs
Hedgehogs are an endangered species and often struggle to find enough food, especially during the colder months. Supporting their wellbeing by offering the right food can make a big difference. While some people use dog food or cat food, it’s safer to offer options like insects, fruits, and vegetables that reflect their diet in the wild. By feeding hedgehogs properly, you’ll help them stay healthy and keep local wildlife thriving.
What to Feed Hedgehogs
Hedgehogs are opportunistic feeders and enjoy a variety of foods. To keep visiting hogs healthy, aim for a balanced diet. Here’s what to include and what to avoid:
Good food choices:
- Insects like beetles, earwigs, caterpillars, earthworms, and millipedes
- Small amounts of fruits and vegetables
- Specialist hedgehog food
Avoid:
- Milk (hedgehogs are lactose intolerant)
- Bread (offers no nutrition)
- Cat biscuits (can be too hard and not suitable for hedgehogs)
Don’t forget:
- Always leave out water in a shallow dish
By offering a suitable mix of foods and fresh water, you’ll support the health and vitality of the hedgehogs in your garden.
Hedgehog Houses and Feeding Stations
Using a hedgehog feeding station and a hedgehog house is a great way to support visiting hedgehogs in your garden. Place them in a quiet, sheltered spot away from predators to give hedgehogs a safe space to rest, feed, and hibernate.
Hedgehogs eat a mix of worms, creepy crawlies, and other invertebrates in the wild, which they forage for at night. You can help mimic this natural diet by offering suitable food at your hedgehog feeding station. Creating a hedgehog-friendly garden by leaving areas wild, planting native species, and providing access to water.d, planting native species, and providing access to water.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is hedgehog food organically sourced?
Yes, our hedgehog food is organically farmed and packaged for convenience. Even the crickets are responsibly farm-raised!
Can I feed hedgehogs the same food all year round?
Absolutely! Our Wild on Wildlife hedgehog food is specially made for year-round use and works well as a supplement to their diet.
Hedgehogs eat a mix of worms, creepy crawlies, and other invertebrates in the wild, which they forage for at night. You can help mimic this natural diet by offering suitable food at your hedgehog feeding station. Creating a hedgehog-friendly garden by leaving areas wild, planting native species, and providing access to water.d, planting native species, and providing access to water.
Is there a food suitable for more than just hedgehogs?
Yes, our ProBugs Eco Fresh Black Soldier Fly Larvae is packed with nutrients and suitable for various wildlife, including birds, turtles, fish, and frogs.
Do hedgehogs eat more in winter?
Yes, during winter, food is harder to find, so hedgehogs rely more on feeders. Providing hedgehog food when it starts to get frosty helps support their health and survival.
