The common mouse (Mus musculus) is one of the most common rodents found in urban and suburban environments. With a body measuring between 5 and 10 cm and a tail longer than its body, it is incredibly adaptable and can thrive in a variety of environments.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb15px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″] The Common Mouse is ubiquitous and can make its home wherever it finds food and adequate shelter. They are active mainly at night and move around discreetly, leaving behind droppings the size of a grain of rice. Mice are good climbers, enabling them to reach places inaccessible to other rodents.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb15px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″] Mice are extremely prolific, with 5 to 15 litters per year, each with 5 to 12 young. This rapid reproductive capacity means that a small infestation can quickly spiral out of control if not managed effectively. Young mice are independent in just a few weeks, ready to reproduce on their own.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb15px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″] The common mouse is omnivorous with a granivorous tendency, meaning it prefers grains and seeds. However, they can eat a wide variety of foods, including insects and human food scraps. Their highly odorous urine is due to their low water consumption, which can pose a major hygiene problem.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb15px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″] Mice can cause considerable damage by gnawing on electrical cables and building materials, and contaminating food with their droppings and urine. Their presence in homes and businesses poses not only material but also health risks.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb15px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″] To prevent a mouse infestation, it\u2019s crucial to maintain good hygiene, store food in airtight containers and seal any potential openings through which they might enter. If an infestation is detected, traps and baits can be used, but for effective eradication, it\u2019s often necessary to call in professional desourization services.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_cta title=\u00a0\u00bbContact a professional\u00a0\u00bb button_url=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/#contact\u00a0\u00bb button_text=\u00a0\u00bbGet Expert Help Today\u00a0\u00bb module_class=\u00a0\u00bbcta\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb header_font=\u00a0\u00bb|700||on|||||\u00a0\u00bb body_font=\u00a0\u00bb||||||||\u00a0\u00bb background_enable_color=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb use_background_color_gradient=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb background_color_gradient_direction=\u00a0\u00bb90deg\u00a0\u00bb background_color_gradient_stops=\u00a0\u00bb#8cc68b 0%|#b7eda6 99%\u00a0\u00bb custom_button=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb button_text_size=\u00a0\u00bb18px\u00a0\u00bb button_text_color=\u00a0\u00bb#000000″ button_bg_color=\u00a0\u00bb#ffffff\u00a0\u00bb button_border_width=\u00a0\u00bb0px\u00a0\u00bb button_border_radius=\u00a0\u00bb5px\u00a0\u00bb button_font=\u00a0\u00bb|700|||||||\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb15px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb border_radii=\u00a0\u00bbon|10px|10px|10px|10px\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb] Don\u2019t let pests take over your space. If you\u2019re dealing with an infestation or want to prevent one, our expert pest control solutions are here to help. Click the link below to schedule a free consultation with our professionals and get tailored advice on keeping your home or business pest-free.<\/p>[\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Common Mouse: A Small Rodent Full of ResourcesThe common mouse (Mus musculus) is one of the most common rodents found in urban and suburban environments. With a body measuring between 5 and 10 cm and a tail longer than its body, it is incredibly adaptable and can thrive in a variety of environments.Common Mouse […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":25094587,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[],"dipi_cpt_category":[],"class_list":["post-25094586","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-pest-control-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25094586","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25094586"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25094586\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25095221,"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25094586\/revisions\/25095221"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25094587"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25094586"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25094586"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25094586"},{"taxonomy":"dipi_cpt_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pestpatrol.be\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/dipi_cpt_category?post=25094586"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Common Mouse Habitat and Behavior<\/b><\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb header_font_size=\u00a0\u00bb25px\u00a0\u00bb header_line_height=\u00a0\u00bb1.3em\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″]
Reproduction and life cycle<\/strong><\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″]
Diet<\/strong><\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″]
Impact and nuisance<\/strong><\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″]
Prevention and management<\/strong><\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.27.0″ _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb hover_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″ global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb theme_builder_area=\u00a0\u00bbpost_content\u00a0\u00bb sticky_enabled=\u00a0\u00bb0″]