Here's why:
* Parental Care: Mice are mammals, and like most mammals, they have a strong instinct to care for their young. Mother mice nurse and protect their pups, and father mice often participate in raising and protecting them as well.
* Survival Instincts: Eating their own offspring would be counterproductive to the survival of the species.
There are some exceptions to this rule:
* Extreme Stress: In very stressful situations, like extreme hunger or overcrowding, a mother mouse might resort to cannibalism. This is a last resort, not a normal behavior.
* Other Species: Some other rodent species, like hamsters, are known for being more likely to eat their young, particularly under stress.
Overall, you should not worry about a mother mouse eating her babies unless there are clear signs of extreme stress or lack of resources.