HOUSE MOUSE,

Average Adult Size:
170mm (from nose to tail).

Associated Risks:
Pathogen / bacteria transmission,
Spoilage of food stocks,
Damage to soft furnishings,
Can also cause damage to wiring, plumbing
& structural fabric of buildings. 

Life Cycle:
Born, weaned at 3 weeks,
Sexually mature at 3-4 months,
Females can have several litters consisting of 5-6 young,
Will perish on average of 12 months.

Life Style:
Widely recognised pest in the United Kingdom,
All season pest,
Can effect both domestic & commercial properties,
Happy to coexist in close proximity to humans,
Primarily found within the fabric of buildings,
Commonly active nocturnally or in low light areas but
can be active in daylight when hunting for food,
Tell-tale sign of problem: excess droppings aroundeffected areas,
Droppings are normally 3-7mm long with up to 80 droppings in a 24 period,
Needs very little water to survive,
Omnivorous.

Control Method(s):
Chemical intervention,
Trapping,
Proofing & building maintenance.