Got a Hedgehog as a pet? now want to convert your hedgehog age in human years?

Our animals years to human years calculator will help you to calculate your hedgehog years in human years.

Unlike dogs or cats, there isn’t a widely accepted scale for converting hedgehog years to human years. Plus, hedgehogs have varied lifespans based on whether they are in captivity or in the wild.

But, after consulting with different Vet and wildlife experts, we’ve created an authentic formula to calculate human years in hedgehog years.

For Example by using this chart you’ll understand how this works.

Hedgehog Age	Human Age Equivalent	Notes
6 weeks	5-6 years	Weaning age for hedgehogs; equivalent to a young child.
3 months	10 years	Hedgehogs are learning to be more independent, similar to a pre-teen.
6 months	13-15 years	Teenage years; hedgehogs are reaching sexual maturity.
1 year	18 years	Full maturity; like becoming an adult in human terms.
2 years	24-28 years	In their prime; this would be the peak of health and vitality.
3 years	30-35 years	Middle-aged; signs of aging may begin to appear.
4 years	40-48 years	Senior; a hedgehog is considered elderly by this point.
5 years	55+ years	If a hedgehog reaches this age, it’s akin to a human senior well into retirement.

Captive hedgehogs, such as the African Pygmy species often kept as pets, usually have a lifespan of 4 to 5 years, though some may live longer with excellent care, reaching up to 7 or 8 years in some cases. This is supported by the hedgehog care information provided by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).

Wild hedgehogs have different life expectancies than pet hedgehogs. Wild ones average 2-3 years, while pets average 4-7 years.

Hedgehog Years to Human Years

Use below hedgehog age calculator to convert its age into human years.

Enter Hedgehog Months:

Hedgehogs reach sexual maturity at a young age, typically around 2 to 3 months for females and 3 to 4 months for males, as noted by the British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS).

Detailed Conversion formula

• 2 months of hedgehog age is equivalent to 10 years of human age.
  • Each month for a hedgehog during this period is equivalent to 5 human years.
• 6 months of hedgehog age is equivalent to 20 years of human age.
  • The 4 months between 2 months and 6 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or 2.5 human years per hedgehog month.
• 14 months of hedgehog age is equivalent to 30 years of human age.
  • The 8 months between 6 months and 14 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or 1.25 human years per hedgehog month.
• 3 years (or 36 months) of hedgehog age is equivalent to 40 years of human age.
  • The 22 months between 14 months and 36 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or approximately 0.45 human years per hedgehog month.
• 3 years and six months (or 42 months) of hedgehog age is equivalent to 50 years of human age.
  • The 6 months between 36 months and 42 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or 1.67 human years per hedgehog month.
• 3 years and 8 months (or 44 months) of hedgehog age is equivalent to 60 years of human age.
  • The 2 months between 42 months and 44 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or 5 human years per hedgehog month.
• 4 years and 2 months (or 50 months) of hedgehog age is equivalent to 70 years of human age.
  • The 6 months between 44 months and 50 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or 1.67 human years per hedgehog month.
• 5 years and 4 months (or 64 months) of hedgehog age is equivalent to 80 years of human age.
  • The 14 months between 50 months and 64 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or approximately 0.71 human years per hedgehog month.
• 6 years and 2 months (or 74 months) of hedgehog age is equivalent to 90 years of human age.
  • The 10 months between 64 months and 74 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or 1 human year per hedgehog month.
• 7 years and 8 months (or 92 months) of hedgehog age is equivalent to 100 years of human age.

• The 18 months between 74 months and 92 months of hedgehog age equate to an additional 10 human years, or approximately 0.56 human years per hedgehog month.

From the above analysis, it’s evident that the conversion rate between hedgehog months and human years isn’t linear. The rate of conversion decreases as the hedgehog ages, meaning that each subsequent month of hedgehog age corresponds to fewer human years than the previous month.

Hedgehog Years to Human Years Chart

Hedgehog Age in Calendar Years	Equivalent Human Years
2 months	10 years
6 months	20 years
14 months	30 years
3 years	40 years
3 years and six months	50 years
3 years and 8 months	60 years
4 years and 2 months	70 years
5 years and 4 months	80 years
6 years and 2 months	90 years
7 years and 8 months	100 years

Interpretation of the Chart

• 6 weeks to 3 months: Just like human toddlers growing fast, hedgehog babies (hoglets) grow quickly and wean off their mother.
• 3 to 6 months: Hedgehogs are considered teenagers around 6 months, they’re exploring more and becoming sexually mature.
• 1 year: Turning one for a hedgehog is a big deal, equivalent to an 18-year-old human. They’re fully grown and can start having little hoglets of their own.
• 2 years: Two years in, and your hedgehog is probably at the peak of its life, much like humans in their mid-20s.
• 3 years: Now, your hedgehog is entering middle age. You might notice a slower pace and perhaps a more relaxed demeanor.
• 4 years: At four, a hedgehog is definitely showing signs of age, similar to a human in their late 40s.
• 5 years: Five-year-old hedgehogs are the wise old elders of the hedgehog world, often reaching an age not all hedgehogs get to.

This chart is a simplified for the concept of age conversion. Realistically, every hedgehog is different, and their lifestyle, diet, and care can greatly influence their life expectancy and condition at any age. Always prioritize the care and well-being of your hedgehog over any comparisons to human age – after all, they’re perfect just being hedgehogs.

Important Questions

Baby Hedgehog Years to Human Years

A baby hedgehog, or a hoglet, reaches certain milestones more rapidly than human babies. If we loosely interpret their growth stages, a hedgehog that’s a few weeks old and has just opened its eyes could be likened to a toddler in human years. By the time they are weaned at around 6 weeks, they could be roughly equivalent to a 5- to 6-year-old human child in terms of development.

12 Hedgehog Years to Human Years

A hedgehog of age 12 years is approximately 100 human years. It’s highly unlikely for a hedgehog to reach 12 years of age. The maximum age for most pet hedgehogs is around 4-5 years, with a few rare instances of them living slightly longer.

15 hedgehog years to human years

Similar to the explanation above, hedgehogs do not reach 15 years of age. As such, there’s no way to equate 15 hedgehog years to human years. This far exceeds their known maximum lifespan.

How old is 5 years in hedgehog years?

Pet hedgehogs, being 5 years old is quite significant. It would be akin to a human reaching a ripe old age, perhaps their late 70s or 80s, considering the average human lifespan. So in hedgehog terms, a 5-year-old hedgehog is a senior, having reached and perhaps even surpassed the expected lifespan for its species in captivity.

Is 2 years old for a hedgehog?

No, 2 years is not considered old for a hedgehog. At 2 years of age, a pet hedgehog is generally seen as being in the prime of its life. In human terms, this might be akin to someone in their mid-20s to early 30s – mature and fully grown, but not yet in the middle-aged bracket.

How long do hedgehogs live in human years?

Pet hedgehogs generally live 4-7 years when properly cared for. Using the ratio of 1 hedgehog year = 5 human years, that would equate to approximately 20-35 years in human terms.

Is 4 years old for a hedgehog?

Yes, a 4 year old hedgehog would be considered middle-aged to senior, depending on the individual. Much like humans, some hedgehogs age better than others. But 4 years old is well into adulthood for a pet hedgehog.

The Bottom Line on Hedgehog Age

While we still have lots to learn about hedgehog lifespans compared to humans, the best approach is to consider all aspects of your individual pet’s life. Talk to your breeder and vet, note when your pet reaches maturity, watch for changes in activity level, maintain the best possible diet and environment, and monitor health closely. With attentive care, your hedgehog can live a long, healthy life of 5 years or more. Use the suggested ratios as very rough guidelines, and remember that every hog is different!