A HEDGEHOG sanctuary is warning gardeners of the dangers weedkiller can pose to wildlife.
Christine Boelrijk, co-founder of the Hedgehog Haven, has issued the alert after two hogs were found dead in a one week.
Volunteers from the haven, which has re-homing centres in Colchester and Frinton, were called to a dead hedgehog in the middle of a lawn.
Both the homeowner and gardener were shocked at finding the creature, and had checked the weedkiller to make sure it was organic and suitable for gardens with pets and children.
- The haven suggests gardeners use vinegar and salt as a wildlife-friendly alternative to weedkiller.
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