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European Wood Mouse
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European Wood Mouse
Apodemus sylvaticus
The European Wood Mouse is a small, cute creature with big ears and a long tail. They love to explore forests and fields, and they are very good at hiding from predators!
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The European Wood Mouse has soft, yellowish-brown fur on its back and sides, which sharply contrasts with a white or greyish-white belly. It also has noticeably large ears and prominent black eyes, along with a long, slender tail, often as long as its body and head combined.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderRodentiaFamilyMuridaeGenusApodemus
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its long tail, almost as long as its body, helps it balance perfectly when climbing trees.
They accidentally plant new trees by burying seeds and sometimes forgetting where they hid them!
This tiny mouse can jump over 80 cm, that's nearly 10 times its own body length!
Wood mice build cozy underground homes with separate rooms for food storage and sleeping!
Special abilities
Ability
Tail Escape
European Wood Mouse can break off its tail if caught by a predator, helping them escape to safety from danger.
Ability
Winter Hoarder
European Wood Mouse can store food like seeds and nuts in its burrows, helping it survive cold, lean winters.
Ability
Super Leaper
European Wood Mouse can jump surprisingly high and far, allowing it to quickly flee or navigate tricky terrain.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 8-11 cm
- Weight
- 0.015-0.035 kg
- Lifespan
- 1-3 years
- Top Speed
- 15 km/h
- Litter Size
- 4-7
- Gestation
- 25-26 days
Diet & Feeding
An omnivore, munching on seeds, nuts, berries, fungi, and insects depending on the season!
Primary Foods
- Acorns
- Hazel nuts
- Berries
- Beetles
- Larvae
- Fungi
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Tawny Owl
Strix aluco
A common nocturnal predator.
eaten by
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
Preys on wood mice in forests and fields.
eaten by
Weasel
Mustela nivalis
Small predator, can pursue mice into burrows.
eats
Pedunculate Oak
Quercus robur
Relies heavily on its nutritious acorns for food.
eats
Common Hazel
Corylus avellana
Consumes its nuts, a vital food source.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Burrowing
Burrowing animals dig tunnels and chambers in the ground, using these subterranean structures for shelter, hunting, or breeding.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Also known as
Wood Mouse
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
If you see a mouse, it's best to watch it from a distance and not try to touch it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is European Wood Mouse?
8-11 cm
How much does European Wood Mouse weigh?
0.015-0.035 kg
How long does European Wood Mouse live?
1-3 years
How fast can European Wood Mouse move?
15 km/h
What does European Wood Mouse eat?
An omnivore, munching on seeds, nuts, berries, fungi, and insects depending on the season!
Where is European Wood Mouse usually found?
Forests
How does European Wood Mouse hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does European Wood Mouse usually have?
4-7
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