Roads Are Killing Hedgehogs, Especially Small Populations | Nottingham News

New research reveals that roadkill is hitting hedgehog populations hard—especially small ones. Scientists found that while larger groups can absorb losses (mostly male deaths) and recover, tiny populations of fewer than 15 hedgehogs face extinction-level risks from even one or two traffic fatalities. With UK hedgehog numbers plummeting due to habitat loss and predators, experts urge simple fixes like hedgehog highways and wilder backyard spaces to help these vulnerable communities survive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/c2072bc762bda36f