Hedgehog Color Morphs

The eight common hedgehog color categories include salt and pepper, white-bellied, white, snowflake, Algerian, black, pinto, and albino hedgehogs. From jet black to pure white, there's a hedgehog for everyone. But what do all of those colors mean? And why do hedgehogs change color anyway? This guide will answer all of your questions about hedgehog colors and explain what each one means.

There are so many hedgehog colors that it can be hard to know where to start! Learn about the different types of colors and classes in our simple guide. Identifying the Color of Your Hedgehog *Hedgehogs can only be accurately identified on the color spectrum when they are full grown (around 6 months). Originally White Bellied and Algerian distinctions were actual color differences, back when the two species had not been as hybridized.

Before we start to show you our hedgehog COLORS we would like to discuss the complex issue of hedgehog color classification. During the relatively short period of time that hedgehogs have been kept as pets, many groups and individuals have endeavored to formally classify all of these colors. USDA Licensed Hedgehog Breeder Since 2011Quill color: Banding is average-wide and is tan or very light pale brown color.

Body color: skin is typically nude or white and belly may be mottled tan or pale brown. Facial color: Tan or very pale brown but may have a brown or grey hue. Eye color: Black **Note: Dilute is a gene mutation rather than a true color.

Some breeders refer to this color as. Researching different hedgehog morphs and comparing your hedgehog's coloration to established classifications is a good starting point. Consulting with a reputable hedgehog breeder or veterinarian familiar with hedgehog genetics can also help you determine if your hedgehog has a rare color.

Hedgehog Color Guide This color guide is a work in progress as it has become clear over the years that the color system that I learned early in my days as a hedgehog judge is not valid. The original system was based on the assumption that the reason for some of the variation is that our pet hedgehogs are a hybrid of the white bellied and Algerian hedgehog species. It sounded like a good idea.

Discover a variety of designer morphs for western hognose snakes, including Sunburst, Snow, Moonstone and more. Go back to: Knowledge Hub Breeding & Genetics A complete color guide to African pygmy hedgehogs Print. A Little Info Before We Begin It is important to understand that these are not the show standard hedgehog colors as accepted by the International Hedgehog Association, the color groups in this post have been developed for accurate predictive color breeding.

For the show standards of hedgehog colors please visit the IHA Color Site.