GC3575Q Deer Mouse (Traditional Cache) in Ohio, United States created by Handyman & Fam

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Hidden : 9/30/2011

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Geocache Description:

I thought I would name some caches after some of the critters that you may spot out here on the W.C.T. Some are more abundant than others. Keep your eyes open, you never know what you may sneak up on!

An interesting fact about this species is that when disturbed, they may drum their front paws rapidly up and down against a hard surface. This may serve as a warning signal to other deer mice.

Description

The deer mouse is about the size of a common house mouse. Their color ranges from pale gray to deep reddish brown. The tail is always sharply bicolored; it is white below and dark above.

Habitat and Habits

This species is very adaptable and inhabits nearly every dry-land habitat within its range. They can be found in forests, grasslands, brushlands, agricultural fields and deserts.

Reproduction and Care of the Young

Deer mice will nest in burrows, trees and buildings. They may have litters containing 1 to 11 young, although the average litter has five or six. Usually two to four litters are produced each year. The young are altricial at birth, but develop very quickly.

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