Wood mouse

The wood mouse is a small rodent found across Europe and northwestern Africa. It thrives in forests, fields, and even near human settlements. Known for its long tail and subtle grey-brown fur, it’s a common yet important part of its ecosystem.

• It grows to about 90 mm in length and weighs around 23 grams.
• It lacks the yellow neck band seen in its close relative, the yellow-necked mouse.
• It can carry hantavirus, which poses health risks to humans.