deer mice

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Neotominae
gptkb:Cricetidae
gptkbp:adaptation climbing ability
burrowing behavior
gptkbp:aroma territorial behavior
gptkbp:behavior nocturnal
grooming
territorial during breeding season
nest cleaning
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to fall
gptkbp:color brown
white underbelly
albino variants
black variants
gptkbp:communication vocalizations
scent marking
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of wilderness
used in folklore
gptkbp:diet fruits
insects
seeds
gptkbp:distribution gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:ecological_role seed dispersers
prey for larger animals
gptkbp:foraging_behavior forages on ground
climbs trees for food
gptkbp:genetic_diversity high genetic variability
used in behavior studies
used in diabetes research
gptkbp:habitat grasslands
forests
deserts
prefers open areas
can thrive in disturbed areas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label deer mice
gptkbp:interacts_with important for ecological studies
can be pests in homes
gptkbp:length 3 to 5 inches
7 to 10 inches
gptkbp:lifespan 1 to 2 years
gptkbp:litter_size 3 to 6
gptkbp:migration seasonal movements
gptkbp:nesting grasses
leaves
fur
gptkbp:population varies by habitat
gptkbp:predators hawks
owls
snakes
gptkbp:reproduction breeds year-round
gptkbp:research_focus model organism for studies
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Peromyscus_maniculatus
gptkbp:sleeping_habits nest in burrows
gptkbp:social_structure solitary or in pairs
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
pesticides
predation
gptkbp:weight 15 to 30 grams
gptkbp:youth_programs altricial young
eyes open after 2 weeks
weaned after 3 weeks