I had a hedgehog similar to the one pictured many years ago. They only go criss-cross like that for 2 reasons: scared or angry. And you could definitely tell the difference between them. The one pictured looks quite angry and may very well be the embodiment of death. 10/10 for realism.

Awwww Death is adorbs!

Cant hear that line in anyone but Johnny Cash’s voice. I hope this picture gets similarly attached to that quote in my mind.