Dormouse - Wikipedia A dormouse is a rodent of the family Gliridae (this family is also variously called Myoxidae or Muscardinidae by different taxonomists) Dormice are nocturnal animals found in Africa, Asia, and Europe
Dormouse - Species, Habitat, Diet, Lifespan, Predators, Pictures Dormice are small to medium-sized mammals that superficially resemble mice but belong to a separate rodent family called Gliridae (also called Myoxidae or Muscardinidae) They have large eyes, rounded ears, and, unlike mice, a very bushy or hairy tail
10 Facts About Dormice - Treehugger These exceedingly tiny and notoriously sleepy rodents are not technically mice Dormice—perhaps best known for the dormouse cameo in "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" and the subsequent film
Dormouse | Rodent Behavior Adaptations | Britannica The largest, weighing up to 180 grams (6 3 ounces), is the fat, or edible, dormouse (Glis glis) of Europe and the Middle East, with a body up to 19 cm (7 5 inches) long and a shorter tail up to 15 cm
Dormouse, Identify It, Habitat, Behavior, Diet, a Guide, Images Dormouse is a rodent of the family Gliridae A small nocturnal animal, well known for long periods of hibernation that can last up to 183 days The name dormouse comes from the word “dormeus,” which translates to “sleepy one” Dormice belong to the same suborder of rodents as squirrels and beavers
Dormouse - New World Encyclopedia Dormice are unique among rodent families in that they lack a cecum Dormice are found in Europe, North Africa, sub-Saharan Africa, western and central Asia, and Japan
Dormouse: Characteristics, Diet, Facts More [Fact Sheet] The dormouse, a small rodent known for its endearing appearance and unique hibernation habits, is a creature of fascination in the world of wildlife Belonging to the family Gliridae, dormice are spread across Europe, Africa, and Asia, occupying a variety of forest habitats
Dormouse - Animal Kingdom The dormouse is a small, nocturnal rodent known for its long hibernation period and endearing, squirrel-like appearance Found across Europe, parts of Africa, and Asia, dormice belong to the Gliridae family, which includes over two dozen species
DORMOUSE Definition Meaning - Merriam-Webster The meaning of DORMOUSE is any of numerous small, nocturnal, furry-tailed Old World rodents (family Myoxidae synonym Gliridae) that live mainly in trees and resemble small squirrels
Dormouse Animal Facts - Gliridae - A-Z Animals A dormouse is known for its lifestyle of hibernation, but it's also an active and incredibly athletic creature Learn more about the dormouse