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About
About
The first Irish Hedgehog Survey took place between 2021 and 2024. Hedgehog surveys were conducted by citizen scientists all over Ireland.
The project is now in the data analysis and write up phase with results to be published in 2027.
Hedghog monitoring is ongoing and you can still submit hedgehog sightings via the link below.
Great Big All-Ireland Hedgehog Count
Great Big All-Ireland Hedgehog Count
8th - 14th June 2026
8th - 14th June 2026
For one week, Hedgehog Conservation Ireland are encouraging people all across the country to make an extra big effort to look for hedgehogs and log their hedgehog sightings on the National Biodiversity Data Centre website using this link.
For one week, Hedgehog Conservation Ireland are encouraging people all across the country to make an extra big effort to look for hedgehogs and log their hedgehog sightings on the National Biodiversity Data Centre website using this link.
Please do not handle hedgehogs or disturb their nests. Take care when out and about in the dark. Please do not enter private property.
Contact
Contact
For queies please email irishhedgehogsurvey@gmail.com
Please note that the Irish Hedgehog Survey is not a rescue organisation and we do not have the expertise or facilities to deal with sick or injured animals. If you find an animal that needs help, please contact a wildlife rescue, your local vet or ISPCA branch.
Hedgehog Rescue Dublin 086 8810492
Hogsprickle in Co Clare 086 8624511
Kildare Wildlife Rescue info@kwr.ie
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