edible dormouse
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The edible dormouse, also known as the fat dormouse (Glis glis), is a common rodent found in Central Europe and parts of Western Asia, and has been introduced to England. It is the largest species of dormouse, reaching up to 8 inches (20 cm) in body length with a tail of up to 6 inches (15 cm). Dormice, in general, are small to medium-sized rodents with large eyes, rounded ears, and soft fur, typically gray to reddish in color. They are primarily nocturnal and build nests in trees, bushes, or rock crevices. Their diet includes fruits, nuts, insects, bird eggs, and small animals. Many dormouse species hibernate during winter, accumulating body fat in the fall.123
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