Wildlife experts have issued a warning about pumpkin disposal and the risk of harm to hedgehogs.

Cornwall Wildlife Trust said it was calling for people to be "pumpkin aware" this Halloween.

The trust said: "There is a popular misconception that leaving your pumpkin out for the wildlife is a great way to support nature.

"However this is misleading and can actually lead to harm for hedgehog populations, which are already facing serious declines."Wildlife experts have issued a warning about pumpkin disposal and the risk of harm to hedgehogs.

Cornwall Wildlife Trust said it was calling for people to be "pumpkin aware" this Halloween.

The trust said: "There is a popular misconception that leaving your pumpkin out for the wildlife is a great way to support nature.

"However this is misleading and can actually lead to harm for hedgehog populations, which are already facing serious declines."