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Article History

Received: 18 August 2024

Accepted: 29 May 2025

First Online: 16 June 2025

Declarations

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: The study was conducted in accordance with relevant national guidelines and regulations. Ethical review and approval were not required, as the research involved only deceased hedgehogs or non-invasive collection of faecal samples from live individuals admitted to a wildlife rehabilitation centre. Coprological sampling is part of the Centre’s standard protocol for admission and health monitoring. It is applied to all hedgehogs, whether symptomatic or asymptomatic, for diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive purposes. This practice also ensures that no negative effects are posed to the animals or to the environment as a result of the rehabilitation process. The same procedure continues to be routinely used at the centre. The facility operates under the necessary permits and follows established ethical standards for wildlife care and handling.

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: The authors declare no competing interests.