Nesting
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I have a hedgehog that has just started building a nest in my hedgehog house! Is it too early for them to be preparing for hibernation or could it be a female preparing to give birth? I’m not sure how far in advance of either of these activities they start their nest building. Thanks.
Hi Steph 55
It could potentially be either. Hibernation nests may be built a bit in advance and a hog may build more than one.
It is late for a female to be giving birth, but some do produce quite late, as we can tell from all the youngsters who end up too small for hibernation every year. If a hog is building a nest for birthing, it is likely to be nearer the time. Sometimes females can still be seen busily building their nests in the early mornings.
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