The European hedgehog is a rodent-like mammal. It has bristling spines which are a pale yellowish color around its face and underparts. This animal also has a small tail that measures less than an inch. Its head is sharp and like a wedge.
Hedgehogs have coarse hairs on their face, legs, and underparts.
They are warm-blooded and maintain a constant body temperature. Males and females look very similar. The European hedgehog breeds twice a year between May and June, August and September. The gestation time is 34-39 days. The baby hedgehogs are born in a nest of leaves and grass built by their mother.