Evidence Centre
House mouse evidence
Mus musculus
Photographs of the signs that house mice leave behind, each labelled with what it may indicate. Compare what you have found at your property against these references.
Entry pointsSkirting gap access
A mouse using a kitchen skirting gap — a 6mm opening is enough for an adult house mouse.
What this may indicate: Movement between a unit void and the room. Kitchen kickboards are the usual harbourage.
- Area
- Kitchen
- Stage
- Inspection
Educational Reference ImageRelated treatment
IdentificationHouse mouse identification
House mouse (Mus musculus) — small body, large ears relative to head, tail as long as head and body.
What this may indicate: Confirms species. Young rats are frequently reported as mice.
- Area
- Not specified
- Stage
- Reference
Educational Reference ImageRelated treatment