Where there’s one mouse, there is likely a whole colony nearby. Mouse colonies are often very large and can get bigger very quickly. Mice can reproduce at a rapid rate throughout the year. Even a small group of mice can quickly explode into a full-on infestation. But how fast do they multiply?
Mouse Multiplication
Mice generally become sexually mature anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks after their birth. This can depend on species, gender, and other environmental factors. A female mouse can usually get pregnant 5 to 10 times per year. Each pregnancy yields anywhere from 3 to 14 offspring. Mouse pregnancies usually take only about 3 weeks to gestate fully. Generally speaking, a single pair of mice can rapidly bloom into a few thousand in just a year or less.
Lifespan of a Mouse
In the wild, mice can live up to about a year. But in a man-made structure, they can survive up to 2 years longer. Each year yields more offspring, bringing more rapidly reproducing critters. When out in the wild, mice are susceptible to predators. But a colony residing in a home is less likely to be hunted. This leads to further population growth.
How Mice Cause Damage to a Home
Mice will gnaw and chew through almost anything, including boxes in your attic and electrical wiring. Mice can burrow through insulation, weaken the home’s structure, and cause fires from fraying wires. Additionally, a population of mice can threaten the health and safety of those within the home. Mice can carry diseases and parasites. This can spread through exposure to affected areas, their waste, and even through your ventilation systems.
Humane Exclusion Of Mice
New York/New Jersey Wildlife Removal Inc. specializes in the humane removal and exclusion of mice populations. Trapping and poisoning methods can often cause more harm than good for homeowners. Traps can be dangerous for children and pets. Poisons often don’t kill critters immediately. Sick mice may find deep pockets in walls or crawl spaces to die in, leaving them to rot inside the crevices of your home. This can further spread disease and foul odors in your home.
Our humane methods help deter and expel mice safely from your home. From there, our experts sanitize affected areas to reduce health risks to you and your family. We also repair any damage caused by the mice. Exclusion methods help remove wild animals, prevent them from returning, and reduce the risk of further animal encounters in the future.