Adorable Hedgehog in Natural Habitat - Wildlife Photography #1199835 (License: Personal Use)

A young European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) is pictured in sharp focus, its dense coat of cream-and-brown quills contrasting with the soft white fur around its face. The animal rests on coarse, wind-swept sand under a bright, partly cloudy sky, suggesting a coastal or open heathland habitat during late afternoon. Its tiny pink nose twitches as it gazes directly at the viewer, evoking both vulnerability and resilience.

Used in wildlife blogs, conservation pages, pet care guides (for responsible hedgehog ownership), and nature photography portfolios; matches user intent for educational content, animal facts, or emotional engagement with endangered species.