Hedgehogs face several threats to their populations, including habitat loss, road accidents, pesticides, and climate change. Habitat loss due to urbanization and agricultural expansion is a significant threat as it reduces the available space for hedgehogs to forage, nest, and hibernate. Road accidents are also a common cause of hedgehog fatalities, as they often roam at night and can be hit by vehicles. Pesticides used in gardens and farms can poison hedgehogs if ingested directly or through contaminated prey. Climate change affects hedgehogs by altering their hibernation patterns and food availability. Additionally, natural predators like foxes and badgers can pose a threat to hedgehog populations.

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Predators Habitat Loss Hedgehog Threats Road Accidents Pesticides Climate Change