How rare are albino hedgehogs?

How rare are albino hedgehogs?

Albino hedgehogs are extremely rare, with only one in 100,000 born with the recessive gene that causes them to have no melanin pigment in their skin, eyes or spikes. Their unique colour has previously led people to believe they glow in the dark.

Can you get albino hedgehogs?

Because they are albino which makes them incredibly rare. Only one in 100,000 hedgehogs are born with the recessive gene which means there is no melanin pigment in their skin, eyes or spines. But Julie reminded viewers that albinos are “not predated anymore than normal hedgehogs because they get dirty very quickly.”

Are white hedgehogs albino?

Like all other animals, albino hedgehogs have no coloring or pigment whatsoever. Their hair and spines are both completely white and they have no banding anywhere. They have the trademark red eyes as well and a pinkish nose and skin.

How many albino hedgehogs are there?

Only one in every 100,000 hedgehogs is albino, said John Welsh, spokesman for the county Department of Animal Services.

Are albino hedgehogs blind?

Albino hedgehogs are no more likely to be blind than any other colour of hedgehog.

How long does an albino hedgehog live?

The average hedgehog lifespan is between 3-7 years for pets. There have been cases where pet hedgehogs have reached the 8-10 year range, but that’s rather uncommon. In the wild, hedgehogs live to be around 2-3 years old.

How rare is a hedgehog?

The spiky creature was once a common sight, with the population estimated at 30 million in the 1950s. But that has plummeted to fewer than one million today, with a third of this loss thought to have taken place in the past decade.

How expensive is owning a hedgehog?

Typical costs: Hedgehogs range in price from $125-$250, depending on the hedgehog’s age, color, and temperament. Some breeders offer hedgehog starter kits for around $75 that include a cage, wheel, a hiding place, water bottle, feed bowl and food, and some shavings.