First Name: ABBY Animal species: Cape hedgehog Endangerment (Red List Assessment): LC Low Risk Species ■ About Cape Hedgehogs The most striking feature of the Cape hedgehog is the sharply pointed spines, which cover the body like armor. Adults have about 5,000 of these prickly, needle-like spines. These are actually altered body hairs that are equipped to protect themselves from large predators. Cape hedgehogs are nocturnal. At night, they leave their lush daytime hideouts and, relying on their excellent sense of smell and hearing, go on adventures in the open air. They can protect themselves from most predators, but there are large owls that prefer to eat hedgehogs, such as the black eagle owl. About the animals of Calapau Feature 1 The animals of Calapau are interior objects (stuffed animals) made for the purpose of protecting wild animals. CARAPAU Portuguese Products donates 3% of its sales to animal protection organizations around the world.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 Feature 2 The surreal look, well-designed form and color blend in with the interior no matter where it is placed, such as the living room, study, bedroom, or entrance hall. Feature 3 Each piece is carefully handmade using traditional Portuguese wool fabric (burrel), which is spun and woven from Portuguese wool and shrunk with great care. (Some hemp fabrics from Portugal are used) Feature 4 Each of the 34 types of animals has its own detailed animal setting and name. Example: Sloth/Brass Feature 5 Since almost all processes are done by hand in a small atelier, even the same animal has its own unique expression, shape, and color. It is also proof that it is a special one only for those who have purchased it. ■ Customer trends It is widely popular among men and women in their 30s to 70s. The male-to-female ratio is 60% female and 4% male. Most people buy them for themselves, but some people buy them for baby gifts, gifts for grandchildren, and store displays. In addition, if you purchase one, you tend to want to increase the number of friends, and there are some repeat customers. ■ About the package It will be delivered in an original cloth package with a stamp for each animal, accompanied by a postcard with an explanation of the ecology of each animal species.