Mouse Sounds

What sound does a mouse make?

Mice squeak — quick, high-pitched 'eek' sounds — when excited, frightened, or squabbling over food. But most mouse conversation is secret: mice also 'sing' complex ultrasonic songs far too high for human ears.

Male mice actually serenade females with elaborate ultrasonic melodies, a bit like tiny birds no one can hear. Baby mice make ultrasonic distress calls that bring their mother running, even though to us the nest sounds perfectly silent.

About the Mouse

Mice are small rodents found all over the world, both in the wild and as pets or laboratory animals. These tiny mammals are known for their ability to squeeze through very small openings, thanks to their flexible skeletons. Mice are primarily nocturnal and have poor eyesight, relying more on their acute sense of smell and hearing. They are omnivores, eating a variety of seeds, grains, and insects in the wild. Mice are social animals and communicate through a range of vocalizations, many of which are ultrasonic and inaudible to human ears. In the wild, they play an important role in ecosystems as a food source for many predators. As pets, mice are known for their curious and intelligent nature.

Mouse questions

What sound does a mouse make?

Mice squeak audibly when excited or scared, but most of their communication is ultrasonic — including complex 'songs' male mice sing to females.

Do mice really sing?

Yes! Male mice sing structured ultrasonic songs during courtship. Scientists only discovered this by recording mice with special equipment and slowing the sound down.