Northumberland Wildlife Trust warns of Bonfire Night hedgehog danger
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 4 Nov, 06:17 · Archive
Northumberland Wildlife Trust urges people to check bonfire piles before lighting them to protect hibernating hedgehogs.
Northumberland Wildlife Trust has issued its annual warning ahead of Bonfire Night, urging people to check bonfire piles thoroughly before lighting them to ensure no hedgehogs are sheltering inside.
To a hedgehog looking for a safe place to hibernate, an unlit bonfire can seem like an ideal refuge. The trust recommends building bonfires as close to Bonfire Night as possible to reduce the risk of hedgehogs moving in. Other suggested precautions include constructing the bonfire beside, rather than on, the final site and then moving the materials immediately before lighting.
Geoff Dobbins, estates manager at Northumberland Wildlife Trust, said checking and rebuilding the pile takes only a few minutes but could save a hedgehog's life. The trust also suggests creating alternative hibernation spots using piles of leaves, grass cuttings and logs.
How it is being reported
- Hedgehog warning issued ahead of Bonfire Night as public urged to check bonfiresHedgehogs could be at risk as Bonfire Night approaches.Hexham Courant · 4 Nov, 05:00
- Give hedgehogs a chance this Bonfire Night!With Halloween over for another year and Bonfire Night fast approaching, Northumberland Wildlife Trust is issuing its annual plea for anyone planning to light a bonfire to put hedgehog spotting at the top of their checklist before striking a match.Northumberland Gazette · 2 Nov, 18:39
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