Call (613) 743-8074 Compare the two mouse groups most likely to be encountered in and around Eastern Ontario structures.
The house mouse is the main mouse that establishes indoor structural infestations. Deer mice are native outdoor rodents that may enter seasonal properties, garages and rural buildings, especially as weather cools.
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A small adaptable rodent that can reproduce indoors and use very small structural openings.
A native field mouse that may enter buildings from wooded or rural surroundings but is visually distinct from the house mouse.
| Type | Size | Appearance | Typical location | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House Mouse | Body about 6–10 cm | Grey-brown with a mostly uniform belly and thin tail | Kitchens, wall voids, cabinets, storage and utility areas | Year-round indoors |
| Deer Mouse | Body about 7–10 cm | Brown back, sharply white belly and often a two-tone tail | Rural buildings, cottages, garages and stored materials | Indoor entry often rises in fall and winter |
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