Primary Food:
* Insects: Beetles, caterpillars, worms, earwigs, ants, slugs, snails, and other invertebrates.
* Other invertebrates: Spiders, centipedes, millipedes.
Secondary Food:
* Fruits: Berries, apples, pears, and other soft fruits.
* Small vertebrates: Occasionally, they might eat small frogs, lizards, or even young birds.
* Eggs: Bird eggs, especially those found on the ground.
Things to Avoid Feeding Hedgehogs:
* Milk: It can cause diarrhea and digestive problems.
* Bread: Not nutritious and can be harmful.
* Processed foods: Anything with added sugar, salt, or artificial ingredients is not good for hedgehogs.
* Chocolate: Toxic to hedgehogs.
* Nuts: Can cause choking hazards.
Important Note: Hedgehogs are wild animals and should not be kept as pets unless you are experienced and knowledgeable about their specific needs. Providing a proper diet is essential for their health.