Peromyscus maniculatus is rodent native to North America. It is most commonly called a deer mouse and is fairly widespread across the continent with the major exception being the southeast United States and the far north.

This mouse is a known carrier of hantavirus, which can be transmitted to humans.

It is closely related to species Peromyscus leucopus, the White-footed mouse.

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• Description of species
• Additional description of species with photos
• Additional information on species

New World rats and mice

Peromyscus maniculatus | Hertmuis