Common Rodents In Florida

Florida’s warm, humid climate makes it a prime location for various rodent species. Each species presents its own set of challenges, from property damage to health risks and understanding the unique characteristics and behaviours of each can help to determine to most effective way to treat an infestation.

Here are some of the more common rodents in Florida:

• Deer Mice: These small rodents have a distinctive two-tone appearance, with brown bodies and white bellies. They are known carriers of hantavirus, which can be harmful to humans. Deer mice are excellent climbers and often invade attics and wall voids, making prompt rodent control essential.
• House Mice: One of the most common rodents in Florida, house mice are smaller than rats but can cause just as much damage. Their small size allows them to squeeze through even the tiniest cracks, leading to extensive nesting inside homes and businesses. House mice reproduce quickly so controlling them quickly is important.
• Meadow Voles: Also known as field mice, meadow voles are more likely to cause damage outdoors. They create runways in the grass and can ruin landscaping by feeding on plant roots. While less of a problem indoors, their outdoor activity can invite larger predators to your property.
• Norway Rats: These larger rodents are aggressive burrowers, often nesting in basements, sewers, and under buildings. Norway rats are notorious for spreading diseases – both to humans and livestock. They’re also culprits for causing significant structural damage through constant gnawing. For your safety and health, not to mention the structural health of your property, it’s crucial to prevent these pests from establishing themselves.

Our team of professional pest control experts specialize in comprehensive rodent exclusion to protect your property from damage and health risks. Whether you’re dealing with mice, rats or voles, our rodent control experts have the skills and solutions to safeguard your property. 

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