The most common species of hedgehog kept as pets are the African Pygmy Hedgehog and the European Hedgehog. African Pygmy Hedgehogs are the most popular choice due to their small size, gentle demeanor, and ease of care. They are a hybrid of several species of African hedgehogs. European Hedgehogs are also kept as pets but are less common in the pet trade. They are larger than African Pygmy Hedgehogs and have different care requirements. Other species, such as the Long-Eared Hedgehog and the Egyptian Long-Eared Hedgehog, are occasionally kept as pets but are rarer in captivity.

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