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Deer Mouse
Peromyscus maniculatus
44.1217, -72.5415
Field Notes
Description:
The Deer Mouse is 3-4 inches. These were discovered stuck in our outside storage pail. Luckily I saved them. It has dark above and light below pattern in their fur. Varies from region to region. Some are pretty tan. They have a furry tail and prominent ears. It is a social creature, with groups of up to a dozen or more huddled together in winter. They depend on stored seeds for survival in winter.
Habitat:
Almost everywhere except in wet places. They are nocturnal and rest during the day in logs, burrows, trees, buildings, and bird nests.
Notes:
Deer Mice are very clean animals. They spend most of their day washing themselves and their babies. Their nests are also very clean and soft.
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedDecember 1, 2013
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