Scientific Classification
The hedgehog belongs to the genus Erinaceus and there are several species within this genus, the most common being:
- European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus)
- North African hedgehog (Erinaceus algirus)
- Amur hedgehog (Erinaceus amurensis)
So, while the genus is Erinaceus, the specific species depends on the geographical location.