Deer mice are only distantly related to the common house mouse. Although closely resembling other species of mice, the Deer mouse has larger eyes and (often) two-tone coloring, which is typically a darker color over the back; with a white abdomen.
The Deer mouse is a known carrier of the hantavirus, lyme disease and bubonic plague. As such, this rodent pest has become a pest control problem, and the subsequent target of exterminators and homeowners; in much of the western United States.
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There are several strategies that can be employed by pest control services, in an effort to eliminate or deter a Deer mouse invasion, of homes, structures and dwellings. In most instances, prevention (such as minor home repairs) is the best strategy, to keep rodents out.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely, the 2 most distinguishing characteristics, which separate the deer mouse from other mouse pest control problems; is the two-tone color and the size of the eyes.
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