2024年10月4日 · Also known as meadow mice or field mice, these small brown or gray rodents have a long mouse-like tail, but small eyes and ears, and grow up to eight inches long. There are dozens of species of voles across the U.S. Their rapid reproduction can quickly lead to an infestation that spells trouble for your property.

2025年1月9日 · These critters have tails generally between 4 and 4.75 inches long, often with crests and bodies ranging from 3 to 3.75 inches in length. Their elongated, narrow hind feet have bare soles and allow them to jump longer distances. Native to desert climates, they tend to spend the winter hiding in their burrows and are excellent diggers.

2023年10月19日 · The woodland jumping mouse is found in various types of forests in North America. This mouse is a medium-sized rodent that matches zapus mice (found in North America) in size. Woodland jumping mice have a white tail tip, brighter colors, and no small upper premolar, so they’re different from zapus mice.

2023年2月2日 · With its long legs, big ears, and fluffy tail, the long-eared jerboa looks like a cross between a mouse, a kangaroo, and a teddy bear. You may have already come across the long-eared jerboa and fallen in love with its adorable appearance without knowing who it was.

2022年3月28日 · Ears are rounded and almost hidden, and it has a dark, slightly furry tail. Water vole has suffered a serious decline in the UK with numbers dropping by 90%. Also known as water rat, it's the largest species of vole in the UK and is sometimes mistaken for brown rat.

2024年11月2日 · The viscacha, native to the mountains of South America, weighs up to 6.6 pounds and can grow up to 2 feet long. These rodents resemble small rabbits with their long ears and fluffy tails, but they are actually related to chinchillas.

Most rodents are identifiable by behavior, specific body features and coloration. Some rodents bear tails that are much shorter than the lengths of their bodies, while others have tails that far exceed that length. Rats tend to have hairless tails and ears and are larger in …

2018年5月29日 · Ears that are proportionately small compared to the animal’s head and body usually belong to rats and squirrels. Meanwhile, ears that are large or somewhat floppy-looking usually belong to mice. Look at its tail. If it’s bushy or fluffy, you’ve definitely got …

2025年2月28日 · Distinguished by its sleek body, long tail, and large ears, the roof rat is an agile climber, often found in elevated spaces such as attics and trees. Smaller than the Norway rat, it typically measures 6 to 8 inches long, excluding the tail. Roof rats have a pointed snout and a fur coat ranging from black to brown.

The White-throated woodrat (Neotoma albigula) is a medium sized rodent with big ears and eyes, and a furry (rather than hairless) tail. The tail has white fur on the underside and grayish brown fur on top.