Dormice are rodents of the family Gliridae. (This family is also variously called Myoxidae or Muscardinidae by different taxonomists). Dormice are mostly found in Europe, although some live in Africa and Asia. They are particularly known for their long periods of hibernation. Because only one species of dormouse is native to the British Isles, in everyday English usage "dormouse" usually refers to this species (the Hazel Dormouse) rather than to the family as a whole. Characteristics Dormice… (More on Dormouse)