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Mus musculus
Small agile rodents that squeeze through tiny gaps, breed rapidly, and contaminate food while causing electrical and structural damage.
12–18 cm (5–7 in) including tail; 15–30 g
Light brown to gray with a lighter underside. Long thin scaly tail, large ears, small dark eyes, slender body, pointed snout.
Grains, sweets, meats, dairy, and pet food. Strong teeth gnaw through packaging; opportunistic and persistent foragers.
Fast runners and excellent climbers. A pair can produce up to 10 litters per year (4–8 young each). Squeeze through openings as small as a pencil.
Dark, quiet spaces — storage areas, under shelving, behind appliances, in walls and cabinets near food and warmth.
Spread Salmonella, Hantavirus, and Lymphocytic choriomeningitis. Contaminate food and damage wiring (fire risk).
Every house mouse engagement follows our proven three-step methodology — tailored precisely to this pest.
Inspect kitchens, pantries, basements, attics, walls, and foundations for droppings and entry points.
Deploy snap traps and bait stations; seal openings ≥6 mm with steel wool and caulk; store food in airtight containers.
Monitor weekly during cool months and maintain exclusion. Mice repopulate quickly if entry points re-open.
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