Hi lynbe
It’s quite likely by this time of year that the hedgehog might have begun hibernation. It may even be hibernating in the box you have there that it was taking leaves into. But yes, they do sometimes make more than one nest.
It’s always a worrying time of year, but all we can do is hope for the best that the hogs return fit and well in the Spring.
You might want to continue leaving food out for a while, just in case that hedgehog or another one turns up. Some people leave food out all winter, but it’s important to always leave water available in case a thirsty hog comes out of hibernation for a brief period during the winter – they sometimes do.
Fingers crossed for a safe hibernation for all the hogs.
