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Summary (99 words)
Research shows hedgehogs are common in UK gardens, with food being the greatest attraction for their presence. A comprehensive survey of over 100,000 gardens revealed that hedgehogs thrive best in areas with significant human activity, specifically where caterpillars and peanuts—their preferred food sources—are abundant. While artificial lighting initially drew them in, the study found the availability of prey and supplementary food had the strongest impact on numbers. This suggests that gardeners wanting to support these nocturnal mammals should focus on creating a rich feeding environment, proving that well-stocked gardens, rather than just wild spaces, are key to their survival.
