Mammal – Moderate risk
Mulot
The field mouse prefers the countryside, but can invade homes in autumn. Very agile, it can leap up to 80 cm and climb trees.
10-20 cm – Brown to grey
§1Distinctive features
How to identify it
The field mouse measures 10 to 20 cm (including tail) and weighs 20 to 35 g. Brown to gray coat, lighter belly. Larger than the mouse, with more prominent eyes and ears. Can flatten itself to fit into a hole the size of a dime.
§2Habitat
Where to find it
It prefers gardens, fields, orchards and forest edges. It enters houses in search of warmth and food in autumn. It settles in attics, cellars, walls and under floors.
§3Reproduction
Lifecycle
Without intervention, an infestation can double in size in just a few weeks.
§4What to look out for
Signs of infestation
- Small excrement in nooks and crannies
- Food, plants and crops eaten away
- Ground furrows or shallow burrows
- Scratching noise at night
- Persistent unpleasant odors
§5Why act fast
Risks
- Gnaws on electrical wires - fire hazard
- Damage to crops, seeds and food reserves
- Can carry diseases in its excrement
- 2 to 4 litters per year: rapid proliferation
§6Prevention
How to avoid it
- Caulk cracks in doors, windows and pipe accesses
- Store food in airtight jars
- Good household waste management
- Maintain a short lawn and avoid tall grass
- Install traps at the first sign of trouble
- Regularly clean cupboards and storage areas
§7Pro method
How MW works
Inspection
Home location and assessment.
Preparation
Customized plan – pre-intervention measurements.
Treatment
Locate main and satellite nests, treat with non-repellent baits.
Follow-up
Inspection visit – written guarantee.
§8We answer you
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a field mouse and a mouse?
The field mouse is larger, with more prominent eyes and ears. It lives mainly outdoors, unlike the mouse.
Are field mice dangerous?
They can chew through electrical wires and carry diseases. Their presence must be dealt with promptly.
How do you get rid of them?
Caulking, traps and, if the infestation is advanced, professional treatment. Don’t wait: they reproduce quickly.
React quickly, sleep well.
The longer the infestation lasts, the more expensive it becomes.