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Spiny nocturnal mammal Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Spiny nocturnal mammal . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 8 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is HEDGEHOG.
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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | HEDGEHOG Spiny nocturnal mammal | (8) | ||
| 3% | BACKSTAB Cryptic indication of nocturnal mammals making attack sneakily | (8) | The Telegraph Toughie | Feb 11, 2026 |
| 3% | CACTUS Spiny plant | (6) | The Times Concise | Jan 28, 2026 |
| 3% | OWL Nocturnal bird | (3) | USA Today | Jan 20, 2026 |
| 3% | AGAVE Spiny plant | (5) | Thomas Joseph | Jan 12, 2026 |
| 3% | NIGHT Nocturnal period | (5) | The Times Concise | Jan 12, 2026 |
| 3% | BAT Nocturnal mammal that hangs upside down | (3) | ||
| 3% | OWLET Nocturnal baby bird | (5) | USA Today | Jan 4, 2026 |
| 3% | CACTI Spiny plants | (5) | Commuter | Nov 18, 2025 |
| 3% | BADGER Nocturnal mammal (6) | (6) | Mirror Quick | Nov 9, 2025 |
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A hedgehog is a spiny, nocturnal mammal known for its distinctive coat of quills. These small creatures are often found in Europe, Asia, and Africa. Hedgehogs are insectivores, feeding on insects, worms, and other small creatures. They are solitary animals and are known for their cute appearance and unique defensive mechanism of rolling into a tight ball when threatened.