The mouse can be a nuisance to home owners, and an even greater nuisance to farmers and business owners. The chewing, gnawing, urine and droppings of this elusive creature can cause significant damage. When mouse infestation occurs, engaging a mice removal company is often the best option.
The most commonplace species of mouse is the house mouse. These shy creatures are nocturnal and are seldom seen by most people. When they are spotted (living or dead), it can be a sign that a significant number of animals are present. Their numbers can grow rapidly since they are such prolific breeders.
They reach sexual maturity at around six to eight weeks old, and females can produce litters of up to fourteen pups up to ten times a year. What’s more, they have no breeding season and will mate and reproduce all year round. That said, they will tend to breed less readily during winter months when life is generally harsher and food less plentiful.
It is some consolation that the life of a mouse is usually very short. Predation and the harshness of life will see to it that most individuals will live for no more than a year. Territorial in nature, most live in groups under a dominant male.
The mouse is a surprisingly athletic creature, and is adept at finding its way in to a vulnerable building. They like to nest in dark, protected areas and will typically take up residence where they can be reasonably warm and dry. The presence of pellets, and detritus from chewing are evidence that infestation has occurred.
They have a keen sense of smell and are attracted by any kind of edible matter. They prefer plant foods but will eat anything they can find. For this reason, food waste from kitchens should be thoroughly cleaned up and disposed of securely.
Older buildings are certainly at greater risk of infestation than newer ones, although any building is a potential target for the ever-resourceful mouse. A sensible precaution is to carefully locate and fill any vulnerable cracks and holes in a building’s structure. A hard filler like cement should be used, as it cannot be gnawed through.
Since they are such elusive creatures, confirming mouse infestation can be a challenge. They can also be difficult to eradicate for those unfamiliar with their habits. If infestation does occur, often the best option is to engage a mice removal company. Experienced pest controllers can pinpoint the problem accurately and provide a thorough eradication.
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