Hedgehogs can be seen all over theworld, but they still have many questions to answer. What do hedgehogs eat? What do they like to eat? What do they eat in the wild? What food do they eat
in captivity? These are all questions that many people have but they don’t have the answers to. In this article, I will be answering the most common questions about what hedgehogs eat and what they like to eat. I will also discuss what food they like to eat in the wild and what food they eat in captivity. Do hedgehog make good pets? If you are in the market for an exotic pet, a hedgehog is a great option for you.

1. What do hedgehogs eat? 

Hedgehogs are omnivores, so they will eat a variety of things.The most common food for a hedgehog is insects, but they will also eat plants.

Hedgehogs will also eat fruit and vegetables, but they should not eat too many
of these fruits and vegetables because they are high in sugar. They will also
eat a variety of meats and other animal products. Hedgehogs will also eat some
grains and seeds. 

2. What food do hedgehogs like to eat in the wild? 

Hedgehogs are nocturnal animals that feed on insects, worms,slugs, snails, and other invertebrates. They are omnivorous and will eat plants, flowers, and fruits when available. They will also scavenge for food in compost heaps, animal droppings, and other places where food is found.

Hedgehogs will hibernate in winter and during this time they will eat their own body weight in food. They will also eat the dead of their predators and other hedgehogs. 

3. What food do hedgehogs like to eat in captivity? 

Hedgehogs need a variety of food in captivity. They will eat awide variety of foods, but they will eat them in a specific order. They will eat insects first, then small fruits, then flowers, and finally, vegetables.

Some hedgehogs will eat more insects than other hedgehogs, but all hedgehogs
will eat some insects.  

4. Conclusion

Hedgehogs are primarily insectivores and will eat almost anyinsect they can find. However, some insects may be too large for them to swallow. In these cases, the hedgehog will roll in the dirt until the insects are dead, then eat them. Some insects that hedgehogs like to eat are crickets, mealworms, and houseflies.