Count Ireland's Hedgehogs This Summer

Hedgehogs in Ireland are in trouble—and you can help save them. Starting June 8th, join the Great Big All-Ireland Hedgehog Count, a citizen science project by the University of Galway, Oxford, and Hedgehog Conservation Ireland. Just spot one, log its location (and snap a pic if you can), and report it safely from afar. No need to handle them—just admire their spiky charm. These little ecosystem heroes munch bugs and slugs, but their numbers are plummeting due to habitat loss, cars, pesticides, and land use. Globally, they’re already “Near Threatened.” This count is your chance to help scientists understand the crisis—and protect these adorable critters before it’s too late. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c8306b1261c1a15d