Dr. Pavel Stopka, a colleague from my
WildCRU days, has found that
mice move objects around in ways which help them to orientate, especially when landmarks are otherwise lacking.
This use of objects means that mice do not have to use strong scents (which predators might detect) and may also enable them to return to foraging sites more quickly if they are disturbed.
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