The hedgehogs then lick their spines, spreading the saliva with the plant's poison all over the spikes. Though hedgehogs mainly stay on the ground, they swim quite well and even climb trees.

Are hedgehogs good at climbing?

There seems to be no good reason for a hedgehog to climb, but still, they do it. And although they can climb upwards, going back down is much more difficult. Which may be why they are found stuck on roofs, in drainpipes and attics. Hedgehogs can't climb sheer or slippery surfaces at all.

Can hedgehogs climb out of their cage?

Hedgehogs are very active animals that seem to constantly run around; they are skilled climbers and diggers, and are even good swimmers. Hedgehogs can be let out of their cage to explore in a large supervised, secure room.