Simon says: "Let's meet The desert hedgehog (Paraechinus aethiopicus)
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Simon says: "Did you know that one of Israel's smallest desert creatures has been quietly roaming these lands since biblical times?"
Known in Hebrew as קיפוד (qíppôdh), it is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, in Isaiah & Zephaniah. It's a tiny survivor that has witnessed this land's entire history.
The species was first described by the German naturalist Ehrenberg in 1832, & its name is recognized in modern taxonomic databases. The "aethiopicus" part of the name refers to Ethiopia (the species was once called the Ethiopian Hedgehog) .
These little creatures are perfectly adapted to Israel's harshest desert environments. The desert hedgehog is found in Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia & across the Sahara.
What makes them so special?
🦔 They can survive in dry scrublands, stony plains & mountainous desert country.
🦔 Their dark spines have distinctive white banding, with a broad white forehead & a striking grey-black face mask around the eyes.
🦔 They have large, dark ears that are usually longer than their spines!
🦔 Weighing 285-700g, these little warriors have been navigating this land for millennia.
In the Negev Desert, you might spot one if you're lucky enough to be out at dusk or during the night. They're shy, elusive & the perfect symbol of resilience in a challenging environment.
Want to discover Israel's hidden wildlife & the biblical stories behind them?
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