House Mouse
Mus musculus
Small agile rodents that squeeze through tiny gaps, breed rapidly, and contaminate food while causing electrical and structural damage.
Know the House Mouse
Size
12–18 cm (5–7 in) including tail; 15–30 g
Appearance
Light brown to gray with a lighter underside. Long thin scaly tail, large ears, small dark eyes, slender body, pointed snout.
Feeding
Grains, sweets, meats, dairy, and pet food. Strong teeth gnaw through packaging; opportunistic and persistent foragers.
Behavior
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.
Habitat
Dark, quiet spaces — storage areas, under shelving, behind appliances, in walls and cabinets near food and warmth.
Signs of Infestation
- Small droppings (rice-grain sized) in drawers and pantries
- Gnaw marks on packaging and wires
- Shredded paper or fabric nesting material
- Scurrying sounds in walls or ceilings at night
- Distinctive musky odor in cabinets
Health & Property Risks
Spread Salmonella, Hantavirus, and Lymphocytic choriomeningitis. Contaminate food and damage wiring (fire risk).
A.I.R. Framework for House Mouse
Every house mouse engagement follows our proven three-step methodology — tailored precisely to this pest.
Assess
Inspect kitchens, pantries, basements, attics, walls, and foundations for droppings and entry points.
Implement
Deploy snap traps and bait stations; seal openings ≥6 mm with steel wool and caulk; store food in airtight containers.
Review
Monitor weekly during cool months and maintain exclusion. Mice repopulate quickly if entry points re-open.
House Mouse Questions Answered
The most common things people ask us about house mouse — straight from years of fieldwork.
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