Knowing what to prevent is half the battle. Rats and mice are distinct creatures and it’s best to know as much as possible about their behavior to stop them from entering a home or business.
To learn more, here are the basics on both with a link for identification:
Mice: Mice are typically 5-7 inches long and that includes their tail. The most common types of mice include the house mouse, deer or field mouse, and white-footed mouse. The house mouse is the one most typically found in residential infestations, lives above ground but will climb at times.
Rats: Like mice, rats have three types that are most prevalent – the Norway rat, the roof rat, and the cotton rat. Rats have oversized strong teeth made for gnawing, and many can chew through aluminum, wood, and even concrete! To learn more about mouse and rat identification, visit the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) website.
The thing that’s exactly alike with both? They like to sneak under doorways and into homes!
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