20 facts about the Egyptian long-eared hedgehog:
The Egyptian long-eared hedgehog (Hemiechinus auritus) is a species of hedgehog found in North Africa and the Middle East.
It is also known as the desert hedgehog or the Middle Eastern long-eared hedgehog.
They are small animals, typically weighing between 200 and 600 grams.
The Egyptian long-eared hedgehog has a body length of 20-30 cm and a tail length of 2-4 cm.
Their spines are long and thin, and they have large, prominent ears.
The color of their spines ranges from light brown to dark brown, while their underbelly is white or light gray.
They are primarily nocturnal, and spend the majority of their day in burrows or under bushes to avoid the heat.
Their diet consists mainly of insects, but they also eat small mammals, reptiles, and eggs.
Egyptian long-eared hedgehogs are solitary animals and only come together to mate.
They are known to make a range of vocalizations, including grunts, growls, and hisses.
The average lifespan of the Egyptian long-eared hedgehog in the wild is around 2-3 years.
They are known to be resistant to snake venom and are sometimes used to hunt snakes in some regions.
The Egyptian long-eared hedgehog is not a domesticated pet and is illegal to own in some countries.
In ancient Egyptian mythology, the goddess Serket was often depicted with the head of a long-eared hedgehog.
The species has a relatively stable population, and is listed as "Least Concern" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Females have a gestation period of 30-40 days and can give birth to 3-7 young per litter.
The young are born blind and without spines, which begin to grow after a few days.
They are able to curl into a tight ball to protect themselves from predators.
Egyptian long-eared hedgehogs are also known to be a host for a variety of parasites, including fleas and ticks.
They are not typically aggressive towards humans, but can bite if they feel threatened or stressed.
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