Watch as this ball of spines opens to reveal the face of an adorable Brandt’s hedgehog. Hedgehogs are able to completely fold in on themselves and protect their most vulnerable body parts thanks to strong back muscles that function like the strings on a drawstring pouch. As the ball tightens, the exterior spines become more erect and crisscross each other, forming an almost impenetrable barrier. #hedgehog #brandts #spines #spiky #ball #animal #wildlife #video #footage #PhotoArk