Predators of Mice:
* Owls: Barn owls, screech owls, and other owl species are known for their diet of rodents, including mice.
* Hawks: Red-tailed hawks, Cooper's hawks, and other hawk species will also prey on mice.
* Snakes: Garter snakes, rattlesnakes, and other snake species often include mice in their diet.
* Weasels: Long-tailed weasels, short-tailed weasels, and other weasel species are skilled hunters of mice.
* Foxes: Red foxes, gray foxes, and other fox species will occasionally prey on mice.
* Cats: Domestic cats and feral cats can also be significant predators of mice.
Predators of Mouse Predators:
* Larger birds of prey: Eagles, hawks, and falcons that are larger than the typical mouse-hunting birds will sometimes prey on owls and hawks that feed on mice.
* Larger mammals: Coyotes, bobcats, and other larger mammals can prey on weasels, snakes, and other animals that feed on mice.
Other Examples:
* Insects: Some insects, such as spiders and beetles, may prey on the eggs or young of mice predators.
* Parasites: Parasites that live on or within mouse predators can indirectly benefit from the presence of mice by having access to a larger host population.
The food web is complex and interconnected. The presence of mice has a ripple effect, influencing the populations of many different species in an ecosystem.