House Mouse
Mus musculus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Rodentia · Muridae
About
The house mouse is a small mammal of the rodent family Muridae, characteristically having a pointed snout, large rounded ears, and a long and almost hairless tail. It is one of the most abundant species of the genus Mus. Although a wild animal, the house mouse has benefited significantly from associating with human habitation to the point that truly wild populations are significantly less common than the synanthropic populations near human activity.
Fun Fact
House mice have lived alongside humans for over 15,000 years — longer than dogs — and their chromosomes are so similar to ours that they've become the most widely used mammal in biomedical research.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Urban and agricultural areas
Diet
Omnivore
Lifespan
1-3 years
Threats
- Disease
- Climate Change