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Edible dormouse, Glis glis
Edible dormouse, Glis glis (Fat dormouse, Myoxus glis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Griffith, Harriet or Edward, from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1824
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Baron Cuvier Dormouse Edible Griffith Harriet Glis
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Edible Dormouse, Glis glis, also known as the Fat Dormouse or Myoxus glis. The image is taken from Edward Griffith's The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, published in London by Whittaker in 1824. The engraving was most likely produced by Harriet or Edward Griffith. The Edible Dormouse is a small rodent native to Europe, with a body length of around 12 cm and a weight of up to 100 g. They are characterized by their plump appearance and soft, velvety fur, which comes in various shades of brown. Their long, bushy tail is covered in the same fur and is used for balance and communication. The Edible Dormouse is an important species in European natural history, both for its ecological role and its culinary value. They are omnivorous, feeding on a wide range of foods including fruits, nuts, seeds, insects, and even small vertebrates. They are also known to hibernate during the winter months, during which they can lose up to half of their body weight. This engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail that was common in natural history illustrations of the time. The intricate shading and fine lines bring the dormouse to life, capturing its unique features and making it a beautiful addition to any collection of natural history prints.
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