Long eared hedgehog (Hemiechinus auritus dorothea) The long eared hedgehog (Hemiechinus auritus dorothea) is a endemic species and one of the few small mammals that can be found in Cyprus. They can easily be recognised by their distinctively large ears. They can be found across all districts in Cyprus, however they tend to favor forests and urbanised areas (amongst other habitats). These nocturnal mammals are most active at dusk where they seek insects and vegetation as their primary source of food however they have been known to eat small mammals and reptiles. Long-eared hedgehog in Cyprus faces a multitude of threats that endanger its population and habitat. Urbanisation and agricultural expansion result in habitat loss and fragmentation, restricting the hedgehog's ability to find suitable foraging grounds and shelter. Road networks further exacerbate this fragmentation, increasing the risk of road mortality. Additionally, human activities such as pesticide use and habitat modification disrupt the hedgehog's food sources and nesting sites. Climate change creates further challenges, altering local ecosystems and potentially affecting the hedgehog's food availability and thermal tolerance. Conservation efforts would greatly help to protect and preserve the hedgehogs role in Cyprus's delicate ecosystem. Apps such as INaturalist can be a great way for to record sightings of hedgehogs. This data can help track hedgehog populations, behaviors, and habitats, ultimately aiding in their conservation efforts.