: The species originated in South Asia and diverged into three main subspecies: M. m. domesticus (Western), M. m. musculus (Eastern), and M. m. castaneus (Southeast Asian).
: Known for its rapid breeding, small size, and ease of maintenance, it has been the second mammal to have its entire genome sequenced after humans. musculus
In human and veterinary anatomy, "musculus" is the formal Latin prefix used to name specific muscles in the body. : The species originated in South Asia and
In biology and medicine, Mus musculus is the scientific name for the house mouse , the most widely used mammalian model organism in research. castaneus (Southeast Asian)
: It is highly valued because it is genetically similar to humans, allowing scientists to study human diseases and biological processes in a controlled environment.