California Field Mouse: Habitat, Diet & Role
The California field mouse, also known as Reithrodontomys megalotis, is a common rodent inhabiting diverse ecosystems across California. These mice thrive particularly in grasslands, chaparral, and agricultural fields. As primarily nocturnal creatures, their diet mainly consists of seeds and grains. Consequently, farmers sometimes view them as pests due to their potential to damage crops. However, … Read more