Rats vs Mice: What's The Difference
By: EjazUlHaqBhat
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Rats and mice are both rodents and look similar - but they have several key differences.
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The biggest difference is their size. Rats are larger and heavier while mice have smaller slender bodies
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A rat can weigh twice more than a mouse. Rats also have smaller ears than mice, which have larger, floppy ears
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Mice also have long slender tails (for their body size) covered in hair compared to rat tails which are shorter, thicker and hairless
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Rats have a more blunt snout and smaller ears than mice, which have larger, floppy ears
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Mice also tend to be more curious and less cautious than rats, which are more wary and avoid unfamiliar situations
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Rats can nest in burrows, walls, attics, or trees, while mice prefer to nest in a hidden location near a food source
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A mouse produces a lot more droppings than a rat, usually between 40 and 100, while a rat will only produce between 20 and 50
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