Choosing a hedgehog
Known as African Pygmies, are actually a mixture of two species of sea urchins. The Four Fingers or White Panza (Atelerix albiventris) and Algerian hedgehogs (Atelerix algirus) as well as those of Pruner (Atelerix frontalis / Atelerix Pruneri) tend to be well behaved, and very rarely, if ever, come to bite its owner.
The four fingers or white belly, face more often have a white or clear, while Pruner has a darker side or mask. The most obvious difference is the number of toes on the hind legs. The Pruner urchins and those of Algeria have five toes, while the white belly are also known as “four finger” for obvious reasons (but only on its hind legs)
Egyptian urchins or long ears (the size of the ears are the most obvious differentiating factor) are reputed to have a more aggressive personality and often bite.
The best age to buy a hedgehog is shortly to have been weaned (after the 6-8 weeks of age). Hedgehogs are completely independent at this age, and adapt to the new owners much more easily while they are young. This does not mean that an older hedgehog can not get used to and be friendly to you. Only required a little more time and patience! Choosing a hedgehog
Hedgehogs have historically been considered solitary creatures that usually do not get along with other sea urchins, and only approach each other to reproduce. Although this view is changing, with many breeders who maintain at least female groups together, and in some cases, groups of males. If you have more of a hedgehog with, be sure to provide enough space. Hedgehogs seem very happy when they have them individually, except when they have been partners in other urchins.