Here are some lesser-known facts about mice:

1. Diverse Species: While many people think of the common house mouse, there are over 30 species of mice worldwide, each with different habitats, behaviors, and adaptations.
2. Excellent Navigators: Mice have a remarkable sense of smell and can navigate using their whiskers to sense their environment. They can also remember pathways and locations, which helps them find food and shelter.
3. High Reproduction Rate: Mice are prolific breeders. A female mouse can have up to 10 litters a year, with each litter containing 5 to 12 pups. This rapid reproduction contributes to their population stability.
4. Social Creatures: Mice are highly social animals that often live in groups. They communicate with each other through a variety of vocalizations, including squeaks and ultrasonic sounds that are inaudible to humans.
5. Foraging Behavior: Mice are opportunistic feeders and have a varied diet that includes seeds, grains, fruits, and even insects. They can remember the locations of food sources and will hoard food to consume later.
6. Nocturnal Activity: Mice are primarily nocturnal, being most active at night. This behavior helps them avoid predators and find food with less competition from other animals.
7. Teeth Adaptations: Mice have four large front teeth that continuously grow throughout their lives. They need to gnaw on various materials to keep their teeth from growing too long, which can lead to health issues.
8. Sense of Hearing: Mice have an acute sense of hearing, which helps them detect predators and communicate with each other. They can hear ultrasonic sounds, which some other animals cannot.
9. Unique Grooming Habits: Mice are known for their grooming behavior, which helps keep their fur clean and free of parasites. They spend a significant amount of time each day grooming themselves and each other.
10. Role in Research: Mice are widely used in scientific research due to their genetic similarities to humans. They have contributed to significant discoveries in genetics, medicine, and behavioral studies.

These facts highlight the fascinating biology and behaviors of mice!

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