Hazel Dormouse

Muscardinus avellanarius

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Gliridae

About

The hazel dormouse or common dormouse is a small dormouse species native to Europe and the only living species in the genus Muscardinus.

Fun Fact

Hazel dormice spend up to seven months hibernating — more than half their lives — curled into a ball with their tail wrapped over their nose, their body temperature dropping to near ambient.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Deciduous woodlands and hedgerows

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

Deforestation
Wildfire

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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