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What are rodents?
Rodents are one of the most common types of mammal and can be found living on all continents, except for Antarctica. These pests all have one thing in common: a pair of large front incisors that are continuously growing. Rodents must constantly chew on any objects they come across in order to prevent these large, powerful teeth from overgrowing, which makes them destructive pests. Chipmunks, mice, porcupines, rats, squirrels, and voles are all examples of rodents.
The most common species of rodents living throughout our Ventura County area are listed below:
House mice
These mice are light brown to gray with cream-colored underbellies. They have large ears, pointed noses, and tails covered in a light layer of fur; their tails are about the same length or longer than their bodies.
Norway rats
Norway rats have dense, heavy bodies that are covered in shaggy brown or gray colored fur with lighter underbellies. They have blunt noses, round ears, and small, black eyes. Norway rats are known for being good swimmers but aren't quite as agile as roof rats.
Roof rats
Roof rats are thin and light, and are known for being extremely agile. These rats have dark brown or black fur with gray hairs sprinkled throughout, and have lighter colored underbellies. They also have large ears, pointed noses, and large, dark-colored eyes.