🐀🆚🐁 How to Tell the Difference Between Rats and Mice

If you’ve discovered droppings, scratching sounds in the walls, or chewed-up items around your home, it’s time to identify your uninvited guest. But is it a rat or a mouse? Knowing the difference helps determine the right treatment plan.

At Rogue Pest & Wildlife Control, we’ve helped hundreds of Florida homeowners deal with both—and the strategies we use for each are very different.

🐁 Mouse vs. 🐀 Rat: The Key Differences

Feature	Mouse 🐁	Rat 🐀
Size	Small (2–4 inches body)	Large (7–10 inches body)
Tail	Long, thin, with light fur	Thick, scaly, shorter in proportion
Ears	Large and rounded	Small and close to head
Droppings	Tiny (rice-shaped)	Larger, capsule-shaped
Behavior	Curious, less cautious	Cautious, avoids new things

🔍 Why Identification Matters

Mice and rats behave differently, so control methods vary:

• Mice are more likely to explore traps out of curiosity

• Rats are trap-shy and may require pre-baiting

• Rat infestations often need heavy-duty exclusion and multi-day trapping

Using the wrong bait, trap size, or strategy can make things worse or prolong the problem.

🚫 Signs of an Infestation

Whether it’s rats or mice, watch for:

• Chewed food packaging or wires

• Dark, greasy rub marks along baseboards

• Scratching noises in walls or ceilings

• Droppings (check size to help ID)

🛠️ How Rogue Treats Rodent Problems

Our rodent programs include:

• Thorough inspection and species ID

• Strategic trapping tailored to rat or mouse behavior

• Entry point exclusion (steel mesh, caulk, foam)

• Sanitation services and odor removal

• Monitoring and follow-up visits

We also offer attic remediation and warranty options for long-term protection.

📞 Not Sure What’s in Your Walls?

Call Rogue Pest & Wildlife Control today for a professional inspection. We’ll identify the intruder—and remove it fast.

📲 (772) 342-0262🌐 www.roguepestandwildlife.com