
Keeping Insects Away
You may have heard rumours that mice eat insects and that if you have some in your home, they can help by keeping bugs at bay. While some mice eat insects, this is not the best way to cure your insect problem in your house. Here at Truly Nolen, we offer unbeatable prevention and removal of insects and rodents for your home, so there is no need to entice mice inside!Opportunistic Eaters
Some mice do eat insects, but not all do. House mice may eat insects on occasion, by it is far more common for deer mice to eat them because they live outdoors. However, all types of mice are opportunistic eaters and will take advantage of a snack if it comes along. Although insects are not an integral part of a mouse’s diet, they provide nutritional value and are readily available when other foods are scarce. For example, deer mice prefer seeds and fruit, and they will also feed on beetles, caterpillars, grasshoppers, and other various insects. Chances are, insects in your home are not enticing the rodents in. The same attractions that draw insects into your home may also appeal to mice. For example, the foods that entice some insects may also attract mice. A good water source is also crucial to insects and mice, so some of the same measures at persuading insects to leave your home may also be effective for mice. Our specialists at Truly Nolen offer insect and rodent services to help protect your home year-round.A Welcome Buffet
If mice make it into your home this winter, it isn’t the insects enticing them to stay. You may not realize it, but your kitchen pantry may offer mice a welcome buffet. Some of the most enticing foods for mice in a home include:- Chocolate
- Seeds
- Fruit
- Cereal
- Baking Supplies
- Peanut Butter
- Pet Food