The European edible dormouse also known as the European dormouse or European fat dormouse (Glis glis) is a large dormouse and one of only two living species in the genus Glis, found in most of Europe and parts of western Asia. [3] The common name comes from the Romans, who ate them as a delicacy.

Glis glis is the largest of the dormice with a typical body length of 160 to 190 mm, tail length of up to 168 mm, and small ears relative to its body size. Differentiation in body size between sexes is not apparent (monomorphic).

The edible dormouse or fat dormouse (Glis glis) is a small dormouse and the only species in the genus Glis. Fat dormice are the largest dormice in Europe. The ancient Romans used to breed them to be eaten (usually as a snack). This is the reason for the word edible in its name.

Glis is a genus of rodent that contains two extant species, both known as edible dormice or fat dormice: the European edible dormouse (Glis glis) and the Iranian edible dormouse (Glis persicus). It also contains a number of fossil species.

The Edible dormouse (Glis glis) is a large dormouse and one of only two living species in the genus Glis, found in most of Europe and parts of western Asia. Its name comes from the Romans, who ate them as a delicacy.

Sep 24, 2010 · Glis glis (Linnaeus, 1766) is a glirid commonly called the fat or edible dormouse. It is the largest dormouse and the only species in the genus Glis. Range mainly overlaps with a deciduous and mixed forest zone in Europe and southwestern Asia.

Sep 24, 2010 · Glis glis (Linnaeus, 1766) is a glirid commonly called the fat or edible dormouse. It is the largest dormouse and the only species in the genus Glis. Range mainly overlaps with a deciduous and mixed forest zone in Europe and southwestern Asia.

Feb 11, 2025 · Stuffed dormice, or glis-glis, were a regular feature at Lucullus’ feasts, often served alongside spiced wines, honey-glazed fruits, and freshly baked flatbreads. His dedication to indulgence was so legendary that the phrase “a Lucullan feast” is still used today to describe an overly lavish meal.

The edible dormouse, also known as Glis glis, is a small rodent that belongs to the family Gliridae. This species has gained attention due to its unique hibernation patterns and remarkable adaptations.

The edible dormouse or fat dormouse (Glis glis) is a large dormouse and the only living species in the genus Glis, found in most of western Europe. Its name comes from the Romans, who ate them as a delicacy.