House Mouse Mus musculus

Identification
This small mouse has gray or brown fur and a long tail. It is strongly associated with human dwellings.

Location
Common statewide

Size
0.5 ounces

Diet
It feeds on seeds grains and human food.

Habitat
It occurs mainly in buildings and farms.

Activity Period
Year round

Behavior
It is nocturnal and breeds rapidly. It is active year round.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs throughout the year.

Population
The population is stable statewide.

History
It was introduced from Eurasia.

Human Interactions
It frequently interacts with humans.

Facts
It is one of the most successful commensal species.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Seeds grains human food | Buildings farms urban areas | Statewide