Natural variantCommon in the tradeIntermediate to keep

Salt-and-Pepper (wild-type)

A variant of Hedgehog (African pygmy) (Atelerix albiventris)

Representative Hedgehog (African pygmy)photo — a dedicated image of this exact morph isn't available yet.

The natural colour: cream-banded quills tipped and banded with black over a grey-flecked face and dark mask, giving a peppered look.

The hardiest colour; standard hedgehog care applies, with stable 24-27 C warmth to prevent dangerous hibernation attempts.

This page covers the Salt-and-Pepper (wild-type) variant. For full husbandry, water params, diet and health —General care: Hedgehog (African pygmy) →