Hedgehog Word Search
11 words · 12×12 grid
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A hedgehog is a small, nocturnal animal covered in thousands of stiff spines, also called quills. When threatened it rolls into a tight ball so only the sharp points face outward. As an insectivore it spends the night using its pointed snout to forage for beetles, worms, and slugs. Where winters are cold, a hedgehog will hibernate until spring. A baby is known as a hoglet. These eleven words describe how a hedgehog lives and defends itself.
Frequently asked questions
Why does the hedgehog in this word search CURL up?
Rolling into a ball turns its spines outward in every direction, protecting the soft belly and face from predators.
Is this hedgehog word search free to print?
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Does the PDF include an answer key?
Yes, the PDF has the puzzle on page one and the full answer key on page two.
