This book provides a review of the basic ecology and conservation status of the Edible Dormouse – a non-native species of rodent introduced to Britain from the Continent in 1902 by Walter (later, Lord) Rothschild. Although it became relatively numerous where it occurred, it remained fairly localised in its distribution, and therefore not considered nationally important, despite the nuisance it often causes. However, as a result of natural spread and human assistance, it has become more widespread and frequently a cause of significant annoyance and damage. Little was known of its basic ecology in its English home until regular monitoring of a local population began in 1996.
Contents
Introduction 3
Recognition 4
History in England 6
The name 7
Distribution and habitat 8
Legal status 10
Population size 11
Ecology of the Edible Dormouse in Britain 12
Reproduction, survival and social behaviour 15
Hibernation 18
Relations with people 20
Economic significance 21
Conclusion 24
References 25
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