The European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus), is a hedgehog species found throughout the Palaearctic region, except in the
Himalayas and North Africa. It is not commonly found above 60°N in latitude, except for Norway, Finland, Estonia, Sweden and
the Northwestern-most parts of Russia. This hedgehog is about 20 to 30 cm in length. Adult mass can range from 600 to 700
g after hibernation up to 1100 or 1200 g prior to hibernation; occasionally, they may reach as high as 1600 g.