MADISON, Wis. -- A spiny new face is coming to Henry Vilas Zoo. An African pygmy hedgehog is making its way to the zoo to become an "animal ambassador" who will help educate people about animals. The ...

The four-toed hedgehog, also known as the African pygmy hedgehog, is a species found in central and eastern Africa. They are nocturnal animals meaning they are more active at night. A full grown ...

A spokesperson said J&R Aquatics has taken in almost 50 exotic animals so far this year. One of them is an African Pygmy Hedgehog. That hedgehog has since been adopted and will be trained to become a ...

Quilliam, an African pygmy hedgehog, sits on Mike Finkelstein's lap. Photo for The Washington Post by Andre Chung WASHINGTON • Chris Delaney typically unwinds from his job at Discovery Communications ...