Nine new wildlife signs have been installed along busy roads in Barnes to warn drivers about hedgehogs.

They’ve gone up at “hedgehog hotspots” in areas including Queen’s Ride and Rocks Lane.

It is estimated that 10% to 15% of our hedgehog population is killed on the roads every year.

Hedgehogs in Barnes, and their habitats, are linked by alleyways and holes in fences, known as the Barnes Hedgehog Highway.

The new signs also support Britain’s new National Hedgehog Conservation Strategy, which recommends reducing vehicle speeds to allow hedgehogs to move safely through the landscape.

If you are looking to create a hedgehog corridor in your garden, get in touch with Barnes Common Limited at hedgehogs@barnescommon.org.uk.