[PhoenixRising Scans - Jungle Book] Hazel Dormouse, Muscardinus avellanarius The Hazel Dormouse (Muscardinus avellanarius) is a small mammal. It is the only living member of the genus Muscardinus. It is 6-9 cm long with a tail of 5.7-7.5 cm. The Hazel Dormouse hibernates from October to April-May. Muscardinus avellanarius is also known as the common dormouse and is native to northern Europe and Asia Minor.
Order: Rodentia > Family: Gliridae > Subfamily: Leithiinae > Genus: Muscardinus > Species:
Muscardinus avellanarius