The vast majority of people view mice as pests and vermin. This isn’t surprising when one considers the tendency of mice to invade our homes, get into our food, and bring infectious diseases. However, even though many people find mice despicable, mice are inherently interesting animals. Here is some information on mice that you will likely find interesting.

Intelligence

One interesting fact about mice is that they are actually very intelligent creatures, which explains why so many homeowners require the services of Preventive Pest Control Houston. Mice also have complex levels of communication that are vocal and odorous in nature. Even though you may hear mice squeak from time to time, vocal communication between mice is often beyond the average human auditory range.

Empathy

Humans aren’t the only species capable of empathy. Mice are able to have empathy for other mice. Mice can sense the experience of other mice and this affects their emotions and perception.

Facial Expressions

Mice actually have facial expressions. They use these facial expressions to communicate with other mice and express their mood.

Excellent Explorers

As you may know from first hand experience, mice are excellent and keen explorers. They are inherently very curious and inventive. This causes them to investigate just about everything in search of food sources, water sources, and mates. The small size of mice lends to their ability to explore. Mice can use their incredibly strong teeth to get past obstacles. This is often to the annoyance of homeowners.

Tidiness

Believe it or not, mice are actually very organized, clean, and tidy. Mice go through plenty of trouble to make intricate homes underground and in houses. Certain areas are designated for certain functions, such as excrement, food storage, and shelter.

Homesickness

Just like many humans, mice prefer to stay close to home. The average mice will only venture as far as eight meters from their nest in search of water and food.

Purpose of Whiskers

The purpose of whiskers is to help mice sense edges both rough and smooth, wind, and change in temperature.

Excellent Balance

Mice have excellent balance that allows them to scale vertical surfaces and walk on thin wire and rope.

Jumping Down from Heights

Mice can jump down from relatively large heights without hurting themselves. The average distance mice have no trouble jumping down from is 3 to 4 meters, which is amazing considering the small size of mice.

Shamanic Symbol

In shamanism, the mouse symbolizes organization, wisdom, discovery, and shrewdness.