Deer mice are omnivores, eating both plants and animals.
Plant-Based Foods
- Seeds from grains, wildflowers, and trees.
- Fruits, berries, and nuts.
- Mushrooms and green vegetation.
Animal-Based Foods
- Insects such as beetles, moths, and caterpillars.
- Small invertebrates like spiders and earthworms.
- Bird eggs and carrion.
How They Get Food
- Foraging: Active at night in fields, forests, and homes.
- Storing: Hoard food in caches for later.
- Scavenging: Opportunistic eaters of scraps and leftovers.
Deer mice have sensitive whiskers, excellent smell, sharp teeth, and climbing ability to access various food sources.