Field Mice as Farm and Orchard Pests

by David E. Lantz

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

FARMERS' BULLETIN

Washington, D. C.670June 3, 1915.

Contribution from the Bureau of Biological Survey, Henry W. Henshaw, Chief.

[FIELD MICE AS FARM AND ORCHARD PESTS.]

By D. E. Lantz, Assistant Biologist.

Note.—This bulletin describes the habits, geographic distribution, and methods of destroying meadow mice and pine mice, and discusses the value of protecting their natural enemies among mammals, birds, and reptiles. It is for general distribution.

[INTRODUCTION.]

The ravages of short-tailed field mice in many parts of the United States result in serious losses to farmers, orchardists, and those concerned with the conservation of our forests, and the problem of controlling the animals is one of considerable importance.