Do you need a licence to handle dormice?
You need a level 2 licence to mark dormice by clipping their fur. You must apply for an individual licence for survey, research or conservation work not covered by this licence, or a level 2 licence.
Can I keep a dormouse?
African dormice are social animals and should be kept in same-sex pairs or small groups. Dormice are generally quiet animals, though they do make some vocalizations that include a sharp barking noise when they feel threatened. As pets, they tend to be shy, and some might never become tame and comfortable around people.
Are dormouse protected in the UK?
In the UK, dormice are legally protected under Schedule 5 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) and have significant further protection as a European Protected Species under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (as amended).
What do I do if I find a dormouse?
If you are lucky enough to see a dormouse, please report your sighting to the People’s Trust for Endangered Species, to help the conservation charity increase their knowledge of the species. Remember that a special licence is required to handle dormice, so people are advised not to attempt picking one up.
Are dormouse endangered?
Least Concern
Hazel dormouse/Conservation status
Why is it called dormouse?
Dormice are nocturnal rodents that sleep a lot! It’s this sleepy nature that has given them their name, as it comes from the French word “dormir” which means to sleep.
Are dormice endangered UK?
Native and localised. Hazel dormice are rare and vulnerable to extinction in the UK. They are a priority species in the UK Biodiversity Action Plan. They are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
Are dormouse native to UK?
The hazel dormouse is native to northern Europe and Asia Minor. It is the only dormouse native to the British Isles, and is therefore often referred to simply as the “dormouse” in British sources, although the edible dormouse, Glis glis, has been accidentally introduced and now has an established population.
How much does a dormouse sleep?
This strangely endearing little rodent is seldom seen – being both nocturnal and arboreal – and is a byword for somnolence, spending up to three-quarters of its life asleep.
Do you need a disturbance licence to use a dormouse?
Checking a dormouse box where it’s possible one might be using it requires a disturbance licence. You’ll need two written references verifying your competency to hold a licence from people in separate organisations who have held a licence for at least three years.
Do You need A Level 2 dormice licence?
You must release the dormice where they were captured as soon as you’ve examined them. You need a level 2 licence to mark dormice by clipping their fur. You need a separate personal licence to do anything not covered by this licence, like trapping or translocating dormice.
Do you need a survey licence for hazel dormice?
You do not need to send in this form if you have a personal survey licence for hazel dormice. You usually need to complete a reference to support a survey or research licence form when you register for this licence if you: To maintain your registration, you must report your actions on report form LR-CL10a-10b, even if you took no action.
What’s the difference between a license and a license?
Licence vs. License. License is both a noun and a verb in the United States. If you live in any other English-speaking country, you will spell it licence when you use it as a noun and license when you use it as a verb. There are plenty of things you can’t do without a license—drive a car, fly a plane, be a doctor, or be a fisherman.