Glis Collection

Edible dormouse (Glis glis) on beech tree branch, Black Forest, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. May

Dormouse, Glis glis (Myoxus avellanarius). After an illustration by James Stewart. Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History

Horsfields treeshrew, Tupaia javanica, and common treeshrew, Tupaia glis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

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

Picture No. 11981751
Edible dormouse climbing down a beech tree, Europe, introduced species to England Date:

Picture No. 10791180
Fat / Edible Dormouse - Young animal in hand (Glis glis) Date:

Picture No. 11981738
Edible dormouse climbing warily in beech tree, Europe, introduced species to England Date:

Picture No. 11981737
Edible dormouse climbing down a beech tree, Europe, introduced species to England Date:

Dormouse, Glis glis, and rat, Rattus norvegicus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Frederic Cuviers Dictionary of Natural Science: Mammals, Paris, France, 1816. Illustration by J. G

Grand Hotel Couronnes et Poste, Brigue, Switzerland
Scene outside the Grand Hotel Couronnes et Poste, Brigue (Brig-Glis, Brigue-Glis), Valais, Switzerland, with people and vehicles. Date: circa 1920s

Picture No. 10779297
Fat / Edible Dormouse - sleeping (Glis glis) Date:

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"Discovering the Enchanting World of Glis: From Dormice to Treeshrews" In this captivating photo series, we delve into the fascinating world of glis, featuring various species like the Dormouse (Glis glis), Horsfields treeshrew (Tupaia javanica), and even a rat (Rattus norvegicus). Picture No. 11981751 showcases an adorable Edible dormouse perched on a beech tree branch in Germany's enchanting Black Forest. Its fluffy fur and curious gaze invite us to explore further. As we move forward with Picture No. 11981738 and Picture No. 11981737, we witness more glimpses of these elusive creatures' lives. The Dormouse, Glis glis, gracefully maneuvers through its natural habitat while coexisting with other inhabitants such as rats. Our journey takes us to the majestic Grand Hotel Couronnes et Poste in Brigue, Switzerland - a place where nature intertwines seamlessly with human structures. Here, amidst lush surroundings, we encounter European hedgehogs (Erinaceus europaeus) in their element (Picture No. 10791180). These prickly yet endearing creatures add charm to our exploration. The beauty lies not only in observing these animals but also appreciating their significance within ecosystems worldwide. With each picture captured - whether it's Picture No. 10779297 or any other frame from this collection - we gain insight into how they contribute to maintaining balance and biodiversity. Through these images, we are reminded that there is so much more beneath the surface when it comes to wildlife photography; it allows us a glimpse into hidden worlds that often go unnoticed by many. So let us immerse ourselves in this visual adventure and embrace the wonders – those small yet extraordinary beings who share our planet Earth.