Hedgehog numbers are falling sharply across Europe, with dramatic declines recorded in recent decades — and now a new Irish initiative is aiming to turn that around.
Four researchers and hedgehog advocates have come together to launch Hedgehog Conservation Ireland, encouraging communities to take simple steps to help protect one of our most loved garden visitors.
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Joining Alan Morrissey on Thursday’s Morning Focus was Elaine O’Riordan from Hedgehog Rescue and the University of Galway School of Natural Sciences, who is helping to lead the charge to better understand and safeguard hedgehogs here in Ireland.
You can listen to the full interview below:
