Mouse's Wood: A Year in Nature

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Globally there are hundreds of types of mouse, including varieties such as the deer mouse (Peromyscus), house mouse (Mus musculus domesticus), wood/field mouse (Apodemus sylvaticus), Edible dormouse (Glis glis), spiny mouse (Acomys) and even the striped zebra mouse (Lemniscomys). In this guide If you have a lot of vegetation and foliage nearby this is perfect for mice to shelter in, until the time comes for them to find somewhere warmer.

They can also come into your property by climbing vines or trellis against the walls of your building. That’s why seeking help from a professional pest control company can be really helpful. Professionals will know the best methods to correctly identify the species and be able to take the necessary action to remove them. Additionally, experts will be able to identify the root of your rodent problem and take action to assist you in preventing recurrence.Avon Pest Control can also help and assist with the decontamination of your home or business after the pests have been removed.

Cover any household waste where mice can get access to it, close dustbin lids and cover compost heaps

Grey/brown fur all over, usually no contrast between top and underside, as opposed to wood mouse which has a clear contrast of red/brown fur on top and a paler (often white) underside. Smaller size than wood mouse and proportionately smaller ears (about half the size). House mouse has stronger smell and can leave greasy marks from its fur. Lifespan: around 1 year in the wild. Up to 3 years in environments with less predators and more favourable conditions This can make them more difficult to control with toxic baits than a rat, which will happily gorge on one food source.