🌿Native Nature

European Fat Dormouse

Glis glis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Gliridae ›Genus: Glis

About

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Fat Dormouse?
The scientific name of European Fat Dormouse is Glis glis.
What kingdom does European Fat Dormouse belong to?
European Fat Dormouse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does European Fat Dormouse belong to?
European Fat Dormouse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does European Fat Dormouse belong to?
European Fat Dormouse belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does European Fat Dormouse belong to?
European Fat Dormouse belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does European Fat Dormouse belong to?
European Fat Dormouse belongs to the family Gliridae.
What genus does European Fat Dormouse belong to?
European Fat Dormouse belongs to the genus Glis.