Erinaceus Europaeus, commonly known as the European hedgehog, has several synonyms to describe this adorable mammal. Some of the synonyms include Insectivora Europaea, Erinaceus europaeus silvaticus, Erinaceus europaeus hibernicus, and Erinaceus europaeus albosignatus. The European hedgehog is a small mammal recognized for its spiny coat, short legs, and pointed snout. It is a nocturnal creature and feeds on various insects, earthworms, snails, and small vertebrates. Hedgehogs are famous for rolling into a ball when they feel threatened. These synonyms help identify and describe the European hedgehog and its subspecies, which can be found throughout Europe, North Africa, and Central Asia.