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Hedgehog
Atelerix sp.
40.1125, -104.937
Field Notes
Description:
Small mammal with spines colored white, black and brown covering it's neck, back, sides and rear. It has small, round ears, a long snout and short legs and tail. Its underside is soft and full of short, smooth hairs. It uses the spines as a defense with its ability to roll into a tight ball, making the spines point outwards. It also makes a noise while jerking its body to stab toward the threat. This animal is Wildlife with Innovative Defenses!
Habitat:
This is my cousin's pet
Notes:
Hedgehogs are illegal in the entire state of California. California has a law that deems all animals not specifically listed as legal under State law as being illegal by default. Until such time as California's Department of Fish and Game is willing to consider hedgehogs for legal status, they will continue to be considered contraband pets and may be confiscated and either moved out of state or destroyed.
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