The Hedgehog Getting an X-Ray meme features a top-down view of a hedgehog spread out flat on a diagnostic plate, looking more like a prickly pancake than a forest animal. The image gained viral traction on social media platforms like Twitter and Reddit due to the hedgehog's unexpectedly circular and flat appearance while being prepared for a radiograph. It is primarily used as a relatable reaction image to signify feeling flattened by stress, exhaustion, or the general weight of existence. The template is a favorite among pet lovers and meme enthusiasts who appreciate the absurdity of how a normally ball-shaped creature looks when placed on a flat surface.