The House mouse is a small rodent, measuring approximately 5 to 8 inches in length; including the tail. Often found living in close proximity to humans, the House mouse is common in or around houses and fields.
House mice are known to create pest control problems, by consuming and contaminating food supplies; and animal feed. Furthermore, these pests may need exterminating, if there is danger of (considerable) damage to crops and property; or the spread of sickness and disease.
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Because this rodent pest does not like the bright light of day, the House mouse is most active during dusk or at night. As such, pest control services will often conduct their property assessment after dark; to positively identify the pest intruders.
ReplyDeleteThe House mouse is highly dependent upon the human population, for it's continued spread and survival. As such, it must maintain a nocturnal, "quiet as a mouse" lifestyle, in order to avoid detection; and a swift call for an exterminator service.
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