Pest Identification
House Mouse Identification and Property Tips
| Apr 22, 2022
House mouse on a rough surface, showing rounded ears, a pointed nose and a long slender tail.
House mice can live in buildings where food and shelter are available. Identification and evidence help guide trapping, exclusion and follow-up.
Identification and habits
House mice are small rodents with relatively large ears and a sparsely haired tail. A small rodent or suspected droppings should not be identified from size alone.
What to do at your property
Record sightings and damaged packaging, secure food and report accessible gaps. Do not sweep or vacuum suspected waste before following CDC cleanup guidance. Ask what control, repair and follow-up work is included.
Photograph the pest clearly and note where and when it appeared. Ask Plank about identification and whether inspection, prevention or selected treatment is appropriate. The service scope and any follow-up are confirmed for your property.
Reference: Cornell IPM: Mouse and rat biology.
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Photo: Андрей Перцев 1967, house mouse, CC0 public domain dedication.
